In 1962, Austins Interregional Highway officially became I-35, a pivotal moment in the citys development. Initially planned in the 1920s, construction began in 1947, with federal funding covering costs. The highways urban integration, aimed at easing traffic congestion, significantly shaped Austins suburban landscapes and connected it to the national highway network.

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