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Wilbur Cross Parkway

highway, Connecticut, United States
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The Wilbur Cross Parkway is an extension of the Merritt Parkway in Connecticut, United States. Built in the 1930s, it is a limited-access highway designed with aesthetics in mind, featuring a curving roadway and attractive landscaping. This innovative design was contemporary with early German autobahns and the Pennsylvania Turnpike but stood out for its emphasis on beauty. The parkway's purpose was to alleviate traffic congestion on existing routes. It is restricted to passenger cars and avoids at-grade intersections, ensuring a smoother and safer flow of traffic.123

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