Interstate 890 facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Map of New York with I-890 highlighted in red
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| Maintained by NYSDOT | ||||
| Length | 9.45 mi (15.21 km) | |||
| Existed | c. 1962–present | |||
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| West end |   I-90 / New York Thruway in Rotterdam |
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| East end | I-90 / New York Thruway in Guilderland |
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| Auxiliary route of the Interstate Highway System Main • Auxiliary • Business Numbered highways in New York
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→Interstate 890 (I-890) is a special kind of highway found in New York, United States. It's about 9.45 miles (15.21 km) long, which is roughly the distance you might bike in an hour or so! This highway runs mostly through Schenectady County, going from the southeast to the northwest. Most of I-890 has six lanes, making it easy for many cars to travel at once.
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What is Interstate 890?
I-890 is part of the large Interstate Highway System in the United States. This system connects major cities and regions across the country. Think of it like a giant network of roads designed to help people travel quickly and safely. I-890 is a shorter route that helps connect different parts of the Schenectady area to the larger Interstate 90.
Connecting to Interstate 90
I-890 acts like a connector, linking two different points of Interstate 90 (also known as the New York State Thruway). This means if you're traveling on I-90 and need to get into or around Schenectady, I-890 is the road you would take. It helps drivers get where they need to go without having to drive through busy city streets.
How Long is I-890?
Interstate 890 stretches for about 9.45 miles. While this might not seem very long compared to some other Interstates, it plays a very important role for the communities it serves. It helps people commute to work, visit friends, or get to local shops and attractions.
Building Interstate 890
Highways like I-890 aren't built overnight! They require a lot of planning and construction. Interstate 890 was established around 1962. This means it was built over 60 years ago! Imagine the work involved in creating a six-lane highway back then.
Planning the Route
Before a highway is built, engineers and planners study the area carefully. They look at maps and decide the best path for the road. They also consider how the new road will affect the land and the people living nearby. The goal is to create a road that is useful and safe for everyone.
Why was I-890 Built?
Highways like I-890 are built to improve travel and support local economies. By making it easier for people and goods to move around, they help businesses and communities grow. I-890 helps connect Schenectady to the wider region, making it an important part of the local transportation network.
Images for kids
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An amazing aerial view of downtown Schenectady, looking east. You can see I-890 running right across the city from the left to the right side of the picture.
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This is a map from 1955, before I-890 was built! It shows the areas where I-90 and I-890 would later be constructed, helping us see how much the area has changed.
