When the national government failed to organize highway communication, the states
had to assume the responsibility. Some states hired agencies and companies to
build roads or instructed the counties in their state to build roads. It made travel
and communication easier and faster (1800-1850).
The term used to describe the period in the 1800s when turnpikes were developed and expanded is the "Turnpike Era." This era was characterized by the construction of toll roads that facilitated transportation and trade, significantly improving access to markets and resources. The turnpike system played a crucial role in the early stages of American infrastructure development, contributing to economic growth and westward expansion.
Lancaster Turnpike from J LO K.S.B.
lancaster turnpike
The Massachusetts Turnpike was closed in the blizzard.
Cimarron Turnpike was created in 1975.
Turnpike House was created in 1805.
Spaulding Turnpike was created in 1956.
Delaware Turnpike was created in 1963.
Massachusetts Turnpike was created in 1958.
Berlin Turnpike was created in 1909.
Connecticut Turnpike was created in 1958.
Everett Turnpike was created in 1955.