ELI5- Why do streets have different labels like Ave, Blvd, Rd, etc.? Are there certain qualifications for what determines them?
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At least around here, “streets” run east-west and “avenues” run north-south.
“Places” and “circles” are typically spurs or dead-ends that don’t connect to larger roadways at both ends.
“Routes” and “highways” are state-maintained and cross a large number of municipalities, maybe even the entire state.
Some roadways have multiple names if they meet multiple criteria – route 45 is also LaGrange road and also 96th avenue in some parts of south Chicago.
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