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Study Guide: Interstate 64 in Illinois: Route, History, and Key Intersections

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Interstate 64 in Illinois: Route, History, and Key Intersections Study Guide

General Overview and Characteristics

Interstate 64 within Illinois is primarily maintained by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT).

Answer: True

Explanation: The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is the governmental entity responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of Interstate 64 in Illinois.

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The total length of Interstate 64 within Illinois is 209.9 miles.

Answer: False

Explanation: Interstate 64 in Illinois spans 130.4 miles (209.9 kilometers). The question states the length in miles as 209.9, which is incorrect as 209.9 is the kilometer equivalent.

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Interstate 64 primarily traverses northern Illinois.

Answer: False

Explanation: Interstate 64 primarily runs through southern Illinois, not northern Illinois.

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Interstate 64 traverses St. Clair, Clinton, Washington, Jefferson, Wayne, and White counties within Illinois.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source explicitly lists St. Clair, Clinton, Washington, Jefferson, Wayne, and White counties as those traversed by Interstate 64 in Illinois.

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What is the official designation of the highway discussed in this document within the U.S. state of Illinois?

Answer: Interstate 64 (I-64)

Explanation: The highway discussed in the document is officially designated as Interstate 64 (I-64) in Illinois.

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What is the total length of Interstate 64 within Illinois, expressed in miles?

Answer: 130.4 miles

Explanation: Interstate 64 in Illinois spans a total distance of 130.4 miles.

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Which governmental entity bears the primary responsibility for maintaining Interstate 64 in Illinois?

Answer: Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)

Explanation: The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is responsible for the maintenance of Interstate 64 in Illinois.

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Through which geographical region of Illinois does Interstate 64 primarily extend?

Answer: Southern Illinois

Explanation: Interstate 64 primarily extends through southern Illinois.

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Which of the following counties is NOT traversed by Interstate 64 within Illinois?

Answer: Madison County

Explanation: Interstate 64 traverses St. Clair, Clinton, Washington, Jefferson, Wayne, and White counties. Madison County is not listed as one of the counties traversed.

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Western Terminus and St. Louis Metropolitan Area

The western terminus of Interstate 64 in Illinois is located at the Missouri state line, where it maintains a concurrency with I-55, I-64 in Missouri, and U.S. Route 40.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source explicitly states that the western end of Interstate 64 in Illinois is at the Missouri state line, where it runs concurrently with I-55, I-64 in Missouri, and US 40.

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Upon entering Illinois from Missouri, Interstate 64 shares the Poplar Street Bridge with Interstate 55 and U.S. Route 40.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source indicates that as Interstate 64 enters Illinois from Missouri, it runs concurrently with I-55 and US 40 over the Poplar Street Bridge.

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Interstate 64 separates from Interstate 55 and U.S. Route 40 in Springfield, Illinois.

Answer: False

Explanation: Interstate 64 separates from I-55 and US 40 in East St. Louis, Illinois, not Springfield.

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At its western end, Interstate 64 passes through the Chicago metropolitan area in Illinois.

Answer: False

Explanation: At its western end, Interstate 64 passes through the St. Louis metropolitan area in Illinois, not the Chicago metropolitan area.

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Scott Air Force Base and MidAmerica St. Louis Airport are situated near Interstate 64 in Shiloh, Illinois.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source states that Interstate 64 skirts the northern edge of Scott Air Force Base and MidAmerica St. Louis Airport in Shiloh, Illinois.

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Interstate 64 exits the St. Louis metropolitan area at the St. Clair–Clinton county line, traversing the exurb of New Baden.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source states that Interstate 64 exits the St. Louis metropolitan area at the St. Clair–Clinton county line, passing the exurb of New Baden.

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What marks the western terminus of Interstate 64 in Illinois?

Answer: The Missouri state line

Explanation: The western terminus of Interstate 64 in Illinois is at the Missouri state line.

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Upon entering Illinois from Missouri, which bridge does Interstate 64 utilize concurrently with Interstate 55 and U.S. Route 40?

Answer: Poplar Street Bridge

Explanation: Interstate 64 uses the Poplar Street Bridge concurrently with I-55 and US 40 when entering Illinois from Missouri.

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In which Illinois city does Interstate 64 diverge from its concurrency with Interstate 55 and U.S. Route 40?

Answer: East St. Louis

Explanation: Interstate 64 separates from I-55 and US 40 in East St. Louis, Illinois.

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What major metropolitan area does Interstate 64 traverse at its western extremity in Illinois?

Answer: St. Louis metropolitan area

Explanation: At its western end in Illinois, Interstate 64 passes through the St. Louis metropolitan area.

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Which two significant military and civilian air facilities are situated in proximity to Interstate 64 in Shiloh, Illinois?

Answer: Scott Air Force Base and MidAmerica St. Louis Airport

Explanation: Scott Air Force Base and MidAmerica St. Louis Airport are located near I-64 in Shiloh, Illinois.

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At what geographical boundary does Interstate 64 exit the St. Louis metropolitan area?

Answer: At the St. Clair–Clinton county line

Explanation: Interstate 64 exits the St. Louis metropolitan area at the St. Clair–Clinton county line.

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Central and Eastern Illinois Route

Springfield is the sole major city served by Interstate 64 outside of the St. Louis metropolitan area in Illinois.

Answer: False

Explanation: Mount Vernon is the only major city and intersection served by Interstate 64 in Illinois outside of the St. Louis metropolitan area, not Springfield.

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The segment of Interstate 64 traversing Washington and Jefferson counties is characterized by a rural landscape, devoid of adjacent cities until Mount Vernon.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source describes the section of Interstate 64 through Washington and Jefferson counties as rural, with no adjacent cities or major intersections until Mount Vernon.

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Interstate 64 crosses the Ohio River to enter Indiana.

Answer: False

Explanation: Interstate 64 crosses the Wabash River to enter Indiana, not the Ohio River.

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Which major city is the sole urban center served by Interstate 64 in Illinois outside of the St. Louis metropolitan area?

Answer: Mount Vernon

Explanation: Mount Vernon is the only major city served by I-64 in Illinois outside of the St. Louis metropolitan area.

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Which river does Interstate 64 traverse to enter the state of Indiana?

Answer: Wabash River

Explanation: Interstate 64 crosses the Wabash River to enter Indiana.

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What marks the eastern terminus of Interstate 64 in Illinois?

Answer: The Indiana state line

Explanation: The eastern terminus of Interstate 64 in Illinois is at the Indiana state line.

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What is a notable characteristic of the section of Interstate 64 that traverses Washington and Jefferson counties?

Answer: It traverses a rural part of Illinois with no adjacent cities or major intersections until Mount Vernon.

Explanation: The section of I-64 through Washington and Jefferson counties traverses a rural part of Illinois with no adjacent cities or major intersections until Mount Vernon.

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Historical Development and Completion

An initial segment of Interstate 64 commenced operation just west of the Indiana state line in 1970.

Answer: True

Explanation: A small portion of Interstate 64 opened just west of the Indiana state line starting in 1970.

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The entire route of Interstate 64 in Illinois was completed and opened by 1975.

Answer: False

Explanation: The entire route of Interstate 64 in Illinois was completed and opened by 1977, not 1975.

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Subsequent to the completion of Interstate 64, U.S. Route 460 was entirely decommissioned within Illinois.

Answer: True

Explanation: The completion of Interstate 64 led to the complete removal of U.S. Route 460 from Illinois.

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Since what year has Interstate 64 been established within Illinois?

Answer: 1956

Explanation: Interstate 64 has been established in Illinois since 1956.

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In what year did the initial small segment of Interstate 64 open in Illinois, specifically west of the Indiana state line?

Answer: 1970

Explanation: The first small portion of I-64 opened in Illinois, just west of the Indiana state line, in 1970.

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By what year were two distinct segments of Interstate 64 opened: one from Illinois Route 4 (IL 4) to Interstate 57 (I-57), and another from Illinois Route 111 (IL 111) to Illinois Route 159 (IL 159)?

Answer: 1975

Explanation: By 1975, two specific portions of I-64 were opened: from IL 4 to I-57, and from IL 111 to IL 159.

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In what year was the entire route of Interstate 64 in Illinois fully completed and opened to traffic?

Answer: 1977

Explanation: The entire route of I-64 in Illinois was completed and opened by 1977.

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What was the direct consequence for U.S. Route 460 in Illinois following the completion of Interstate 64?

Answer: It was completely removed from Illinois.

Explanation: After the completion of I-64, U.S. Route 460 was completely removed from Illinois.

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In what year did an additional small segment of Interstate 64 open just south of Mount Vernon?

Answer: 1973

Explanation: Another small portion of Interstate 64 opened just south of Mount Vernon in 1973.

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Detailed Exit Information: Western Section

Interstate 64 provides access to Mascoutah and Lebanon via Illinois Route 158.

Answer: False

Explanation: Interstate 64 provides access to Mascoutah and Lebanon via Illinois Route 4 (IL 4), not Illinois Route 158.

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A new interchange at Rieder Road was completed in September 2017 with the objective of improving access to Scott Air Force Base.

Answer: True

Explanation: A new interchange at Rieder Road was completed in September 2017 specifically to enhance access to Scott Air Force Base.

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The Rieder Road project incorporated the addition of a fourth lane in each direction from Air Mobility Drive to Rieder Road.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Rieder Road project added a third lane in each direction, along with a wide left shoulder to accommodate a future fourth lane, not a fourth lane directly.

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Exit 2A in East St. Louis offers incomplete access, functioning exclusively as a westbound exit and an eastbound entrance.

Answer: True

Explanation: Exit 2A in East St. Louis provides incomplete access, specifically serving as a westbound exit and eastbound entrance only.

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Exits 2B-C in East St. Louis offer full access to the Martin Luther King Bridge.

Answer: False

Explanation: Exits 2B-C in East St. Louis serve the Martin Luther King Bridge but have incomplete access, specifically lacking eastbound exits.

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Exit 3A in East St. Louis designates the eastern termination of the concurrency with Interstate 55 and U.S. Route 40.

Answer: True

Explanation: Exit 3A in East St. Louis marks the eastern end of the concurrency with I-55 and US 40.

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Exit 3B in East St. Louis provides full access to Interstate 70 west and Illinois Route 3 north.

Answer: False

Explanation: Exit 3B in East St. Louis provides access to I-70 west and IL 3 north but has incomplete access, functioning as a westbound exit and eastbound entrance.

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The concurrency with Illinois Route 3 officially terminates at Exit 3 in East St. Louis, where no westbound exit is available.

Answer: True

Explanation: The concurrency with Illinois Route 3 officially ends at Exit 3 in East St. Louis, and there is no westbound exit at that location.

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Exit 6 in Washington Park intersects with Illinois Route 159.

Answer: False

Explanation: Exit 6 in Washington Park intersects with Illinois Route 111, not Illinois Route 159.

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Exit 7 in Caseyville designates the western termination of the U.S. Route 50 concurrency and establishes a connection between Interstate 64 and Interstate 255.

Answer: True

Explanation: Exit 7 in Caseyville marks the western end of the US 50 concurrency and connects I-64 with I-255.

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Exit 12 in Fairview Heights intersects with Illinois Route 4.

Answer: False

Explanation: Exit 12 in Fairview Heights intersects with Illinois Route 159, not Illinois Route 4.

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Exit 19 in O'Fallon signifies the eastern termination of the U.S. Route 50 concurrency and the northern terminus of Illinois Route 158.

Answer: True

Explanation: Exit 19 in O'Fallon marks the eastern end of the U.S. Route 50 concurrency and the northern terminus of Illinois Route 158.

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Exit 21 in O'Fallon was completed in 2010 to enhance access to MidAmerica St. Louis Airport.

Answer: False

Explanation: Exit 21 in O'Fallon was completed in 2017 to improve access to Scott Air Force Base, not MidAmerica St. Louis Airport in 2010.

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Exit 23 in Mascoutah offers access to Illinois Route 4 and serves MidAmerica St. Louis Airport.

Answer: True

Explanation: Exit 23 in Mascoutah provides access to Illinois Route 4 and serves MidAmerica St. Louis Airport.

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By what means does Interstate 64 provide access to the communities of Mascoutah and Lebanon?

Answer: Via Illinois Route 4 (IL 4)

Explanation: Interstate 64 provides access to Mascoutah and Lebanon via Illinois Route 4 (IL 4).

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In what month and year was the new interchange at Rieder Road completed to enhance access to Scott Air Force Base?

Answer: September 2017

Explanation: The new interchange at Rieder Road was completed in September 2017.

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As part of the 2017 Rieder Road project, what specific improvement was implemented from one mile west of Air Mobility Drive/IL 158 to Rieder Road?

Answer: A third lane in each direction, a wide left shoulder to accommodate a future fourth lane, and a center Jersey barrier

Explanation: The 2017 project added a third lane in each direction, a wide left shoulder for a future fourth lane, and a center Jersey barrier.

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What is the designated exit number for the intersection of Interstate 64 with Illinois Route 3 (IL 3) south and the Great River Road in East St. Louis?

Answer: Exit 1

Explanation: The exit number for the intersection with Illinois Route 3 south and the Great River Road in East St. Louis is Exit 1.

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Which statement accurately describes the access characteristics of Exit 2A in East St. Louis?

Answer: Westbound exit and eastbound entrance only.

Explanation: Exit 2A in East St. Louis provides incomplete access, serving as a westbound exit and eastbound entrance only.

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Which bridge and primary destination are served by Exits 2B-C in East St. Louis?

Answer: Martin Luther King Bridge, leading to Downtown St. Louis

Explanation: Exits 2B-C in East St. Louis serve the Martin Luther King Bridge, leading to Downtown St. Louis.

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Which major interstates and U.S. routes converge at Exit 3A in East St. Louis?

Answer: I-55, US 40, and the Great River Road

Explanation: Exit 3A in East St. Louis marks the eastern end of the concurrency with I-55 and US 40, and the northern end of the Great River Road.

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Which Illinois Route intersects Interstate 64 at Exit 6 in Washington Park?

Answer: Illinois Route 111 (IL 111)

Explanation: Exit 6 in Washington Park intersects with Illinois Route 111 (IL 111).

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Which major interstates and U.S. routes are interconnected at Exit 7 in Caseyville?

Answer: I-255 and U.S. Route 50 (US 50) west

Explanation: Exit 7 in Caseyville connects I-64 with I-255 and U.S. Route 50 (US 50) west.

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Which Illinois Route intersects Interstate 64 at Exit 12 in Fairview Heights?

Answer: Illinois Route 159 (IL 159)

Explanation: Exit 12 in Fairview Heights intersects with Illinois Route 159 (IL 159).

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What is the designated destination for Exit 14 in O'Fallon?

Answer: Old US Highway 50

Explanation: Exit 14 in O'Fallon leads to Old U.S. Highway 50.

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What is the primary significance of Exit 19 in O'Fallon?

Answer: It marks the eastern end of the U.S. Route 50 (US 50) concurrency and the northern terminus of Illinois Route 158 (IL 158).

Explanation: Exit 19 in O'Fallon marks the eastern end of the U.S. Route 50 (US 50) concurrency and the northern terminus of Illinois Route 158 (IL 158).

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Which Illinois Route is accessed at Exit 23 in Mascoutah, and what significant facility does it serve?

Answer: IL 4, serving Mascoutah and MidAmerica St. Louis Airport

Explanation: Exit 23 in Mascoutah provides access to Illinois Route 4 (IL 4) and serves MidAmerica St. Louis Airport.

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What is the primary purpose of Exit 3B in East St. Louis?

Answer: To provide access to I-70 west and IL 3 north, with incomplete access.

Explanation: Exit 3B in East St. Louis provides access to I-70 west and IL 3 north, with incomplete access.

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What is the designated destination for Exit 4A in East St. Louis?

Answer: Baugh Avenue and 18th Street

Explanation: Exit 4A in East St. Louis leads to Baugh Avenue and 18th Street.

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Detailed Exit Information: Central and Eastern Section

Exit 41 in Okawville Township intersects with Illinois Route 127.

Answer: False

Explanation: Exit 41 in Okawville Township intersects with Illinois Route 177, not Illinois Route 127.

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Exit 50 near Nashville provides access to Illinois Route 127, facilitating connections to Carlyle and Nashville.

Answer: True

Explanation: Exit 50 near Nashville provides access to Illinois Route 127, connecting to Carlyle and Nashville.

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At Exit 61 in Richview Township, Interstate 64 intersects with U.S. Route 45.

Answer: False

Explanation: At Exit 61 in Richview Township, Interstate 64 intersects with U.S. Route 51, not U.S. Route 45.

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Exit 73 in Mount Vernon signifies the western termination of the Interstate 57 concurrency, affording access to I-57 north.

Answer: True

Explanation: Exit 73 in Mount Vernon marks the western end of the Interstate 57 concurrency, providing access to I-57 north.

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Exit 95 in Mount Vernon provides access to Illinois Route 37 and serves Mount Vernon Outland Airport.

Answer: False

Explanation: Exit 95 in Mount Vernon provides access to Illinois Route 15, not Illinois Route 37, and serves Mount Vernon Outland Airport.

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Exit 78 in McClellan Township designates the eastern termination of the Interstate 57 concurrency and provides access to I-57 south and Interstate 24.

Answer: True

Explanation: Exit 78 in McClellan Township marks the eastern end of the I-57 concurrency and provides access to I-57 south and I-24.

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Exit 100 in Orel Township intersects with Illinois Route 242, serving Fairfield.

Answer: False

Explanation: Exit 100 in Orel Township intersects with Illinois Route 242, serving Wayne City, not Fairfield.

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Exit 130 in Grayville provides access to Illinois Route 1, serving Grayville and Carmi.

Answer: True

Explanation: Exit 130 in Grayville provides access to Illinois Route 1, serving Grayville and Carmi.

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Which town is served by Exit 34 in Looking Glass Township, Clinton County?

Answer: Albers

Explanation: Exit 34 in Looking Glass Township, Clinton County, serves the town of Albers.

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Which Illinois Route intersects Interstate 64 at Exit 41 in Okawville Township, Washington County?

Answer: Illinois Route 177 (IL 177)

Explanation: Exit 41 in Okawville Township intersects with Illinois Route 177 (IL 177).

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Which U.S. Route intersects Interstate 64 at Exit 61 in Richview Township, Washington County?

Answer: U.S. Route 51 (US 51)

Explanation: Exit 61 in Richview Township intersects with U.S. Route 51 (US 51).

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Which statement accurately describes the western end of the Interstate 57 concurrency at Exit 73 in Mount Vernon?

Answer: It provides access to I-57 north towards Chicago.

Explanation: Exit 73 in Mount Vernon provides access to I-57 north towards Chicago.

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Which Illinois Route is accessible via Exit 95 in Mount Vernon, and what airport does it serve?

Answer: IL 15, serving Mount Vernon and Mount Vernon Outland Airport

Explanation: Exit 95 in Mount Vernon provides access to Illinois Route 15 (IL 15), serving Mount Vernon and Mount Vernon Outland Airport.

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Which towns are served by Exit 89 in Pendleton Township, Jefferson County?

Answer: Belle Rive and Bluford

Explanation: Exit 89 in Pendleton Township, Jefferson County, serves Belle Rive and Bluford.

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Which Illinois Route intersects Interstate 64 at Exit 100 in Orel Township, Wayne County?

Answer: Illinois Route 242 (IL 242)

Explanation: Exit 100 in Orel Township intersects with Illinois Route 242 (IL 242).

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Which Illinois Route is accessible via Exit 130 in Grayville?

Answer: Illinois Route 1 (IL 1)

Explanation: Exit 130 in Grayville provides access to Illinois Route 1 (IL 1).

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What is the exit number for the western termination of the Interstate 57 concurrency at Mount Vernon?

Answer: Exit 73

Explanation: The exit number for the western end of the I-57 concurrency at Mount Vernon is Exit 73.

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What is the exit number for the eastern termination of the Interstate 57 concurrency in McClellan Township?

Answer: Exit 78

Explanation: The exit number for the eastern end of the I-57 concurrency in McClellan Township is Exit 78.

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Which Illinois Route is accessible via Exit 80 in Dodds Township, Jefferson County?

Answer: Illinois Route 37 (IL 37)

Explanation: Exit 80 in Dodds Township, Jefferson County, provides access to Illinois Route 37 (IL 37).

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Which U.S. Route is accessible via Exit 110 in Barnhill Township, Wayne County?

Answer: U.S. Route 45 (US 45)

Explanation: Exit 110 in Barnhill Township, Wayne County, provides access to U.S. Route 45 (US 45).

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