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As a pre-Interstate alternate route to US Highway 301, Morris Bridge Road was completed in 1961. This 17 mile route links the Florida cities of Temple Terrace and Zephyrhills.
Interstate 75 was completed to the west in 1965, but continued along the part of current-day Interstate 275.
Memorial Highway was constructed starting in Tampa in 1921 to commemorate those who perished fighting in World War I. An identical statue was built and placed at each end of the highway. Names of local soldiers who died in battle were inscribed near the base of the statue.
Continue reading Hillsborough County’s Memorial Highway, An Original Tampa Route
Gunn Highway in western Pasco and Hillsborough counties is known for being a a well-traveled suburban Tampa road and its proximity to Citrus Park Mall. However, a long, storied history is associated with this once 30-plus mile stretch of road.
