Connecticut Route 169

Route 169
Length:	38.25 mi (61.56 km)
Formed:	1932 (as Route 93) 1959 (as Route 169)
South end:	Route 2/Route 32 in Norwich
North end:	MA Route 169 in Woodstock
Routes in Connecticut < Route 168 Route 171 > Minor – Service Roads – State Roads

Route 169 is a 38.25 mile state highway in the U.S. state of Connecticut. It begins in the city of Norwich through Northeastern Connecticut, continuing across the state line into Massachusetts, where it continues as Route 169. Route 169 is a designated National Scenic Byway known for its vibrant autumn foliage and historic communities. The scenic portion begins after the junction with Interstate 395 in Lisbon.

History

The route was commissioned in 1932 as Route 93, including the portion into Massachusetts. In 1959, the route was renumbered to Route 169 in both Connecticut and Massachusetts because the route number was to be used for Interstate 93. Route 169 was designated as a National Scenic Byway in 1992.

An abundance of trees line SR-169 on the approach to North Woodstock.

Junction list

External links

• Route 169 at the National Scenic Byways website
• Highway photos from Mile by mile

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