Route History for US 101

The history of US 101 is presented for each state along the route. The historical discussion highlights

• how the route was numbered in 1925 and early 1926 before it was renumbered US 101.
• changes in the alignment and end points for US 101 between 1926 and today
• the type of road surface (dirt, improved, paved, 4-lane, limited access highway) and how it has changed between 1926 and today
• when US 101 was replaced as a major through route by nearby interstate highways

There are also links at the bottom of the page to external websites with historical information about US 101.

Choose a State:

• Washington
• Oregon
• California

Links to external websites with information about US 101:

• (under construction)

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