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The Brick Road: A Journey Back in Time
Experience a preserved piece of early 20th-century transportation history on this state-aid paved rural road in northern Illinois.
The Brick Road, located near Oregon, Illinois, is a preserved section of the first state-aid paved rural road in northern Illinois. Built in 1914 and dedicated in 1915, it offers a glimpse into early 20th-century road construction and transportation.
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3001-3259 E Brick Rd, Oregon, Illinois, 61061, US
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The Brick Road stands as a testament to early road construction in Illinois. Constructed in 1914 and dedicated on August 24, 1915, this road was the first of its kind in northern Illinois to receive state aid for paving. The road was built on the old Chicago and Iowa Trail. The original design featured a single lane of fired bricks in the north lane and a dirt track in the south lane, stretching for one and five-eighths miles.Today, The Brick Road offers visitors a chance to step back in time and experience a tangible piece of transportation history. While only a portion of the original brick road remains, it serves as a reminder of the challenges and innovations of early road building. The Ogle County Historical Society has been involved in the preservation of the Brick Road.While visiting The Brick Road, take the time to appreciate the surrounding area. Oregon, Illinois, offers a variety of attractions, including state parks, the Black Hawk Statue, and the Rock River.
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From Oregon, IL, head east on Illinois Route 64. Turn north onto North German Church Road, then right onto East Brick Road. The Brick Road will be on your right.
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