Route History for US 36

The history of US 36 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 36.
changes in the alignment and end points for US 36 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 36 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 36.

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Links to external websites with information about US 36:

An historical overview of US 36 can be found on the U.S. Highways: From US 1 to (US830) website.

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