Interstate 787
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| Interstate 787 | |
|---|---|
| Name | Interstate 787 |
| Length | 9.34 mi |
| Direction a | South |
| Terminus a | Interstate 95 in Albany |
| Direction b | North |
| Terminus b | U.S. Route 4 in Colonie |
| Junction | NY 87, NY 7, US 9, US 20 |
| Commissioning date | 1956 |
| Construction start date | 1960s |
| Completion date | 1980s |
Interstate 787 (I-787) is a 9.34-mile-long (15.03 km) Interstate Highway located in Albany County, New York, US. It runs from Interstate 95 in Albany north to U.S. Route 4 in Colonie. The highway is a major transportation route in the Capital District, providing connections to several other highways, including NY 87, NY 7, US 9, and US 20.
Route description
I-787 begins at Interstate 95 in Albany and heads north through the city, passing through the Columbia Street Industrial Area. The highway then enters the town of Colonie, where it intersects with NY 87 and NY 7. I-787 continues north, intersecting with US 9 and US 20 before terminating at U.S. Route 4 in Colonie.
History
The construction of I-787 began in the 1960s, with the goal of providing a high-speed route through the Capital District. The highway was built in several stages, with the first section opening in 1971. The final section of I-787 was completed in the 1980s, with the highway being officially designated as I-787 in 1982. The construction of I-787 was a major project that involved the New York State Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration.
Exit list
The exit list for I-787 is as follows: * I-95 in Albany * NY 87 and NY 7 in Colonie * US 9 and US 20 in Colonie * US 4 in Colonie
Major intersections
I-787 has several major intersections, including: * I-95 in Albany * NY 87 and NY 7 in Colonie * US 9 and US 20 in Colonie * US 4 in Colonie Category:Interstate Highways in New York (state)