Interstate 96, Interstate highway in Michigan, United States.
Description
Interstate 96 is a federal freeway that runs approximately 192 miles from Norton Shores to Detroit in the southern half of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. The multi-lane highway connects western coastal areas with the industrial and commercial center of Detroit, passing through several counties and communities along the way.
History
The highway replaced U.S. Route 16 in 1963, marking a modernization of the state's transportation infrastructure. The construction was part of a broader national program to develop the Interstate Highway System that shaped America in the mid-20th century.
Culture
The Detroit section has been named Rosa Parks Memorial Highway since 2005, honoring a key figure in the civil rights movement. The route connects thousands of daily commuters traveling between western Michigan's coastal communities and the Detroit metropolitan area.
Practical
The freeway is open year-round and carries about 200,000 vehicles daily, so expect peak traffic during early morning and late afternoon hours. Travelers should be aware of winter weather conditions, as snow and ice can significantly affect driving conditions and visibility along the route.
Did you know?
This is Michigan's only two-digit Interstate highway that runs entirely within the state's borders. What makes this notable is that most Interstate highways connect multiple states, making a route confined to just one state quite rare within the national system.
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