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Proposed Design for Papago Freeway (I-10) interchange, Phoenix, 1968

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Proposed Design for Papago Freeway (I-10) interchange, Phoenix, 1968
From The Papago Freeway: A Report Prepared for the Arizona Highway Department

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On the Interstate: I-10, 1956–1990		 On the Interstate: I-10, 1956–1990 — Stop the Bulldozers!

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Proposed design for Papago Freeway, 1968
Currently on display
 Not a part of the official Smithsonian Collection
The proposed design of a massive interchange and a surface freeway through downtown Phoenix met with resistance. After a decade of controversy, a depressed freeway was built with a deck that supports an urban park.
Physical Description
Photograph of drawing. Early concept for a proposed I-10 going through downtown Phoenix, Arizona.
Details
Date Made:
1968
Locations:
Arizona
History
Often, proposals for the new interstate routes were met with concern from the public. In many cities, citizens formed coalitions to oppose the proposed routes. Some were successful at stopping construction or re-routing the highway, but most of the highways were built.

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