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History of the North Freeway in Omaha

First conceptualized in 1954, it took almost 40 years for North Omaha’s highest high speed corridor to be completed. This is a history of the North Freeway.

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19th century 20th century 21st century architecture civic infrastructure economics Florence government Highways historic preservation History of Nebraska Missouri River Mormons North 30th Politics Ponca Hills Wyman Heights

A History of the Mormon Bridge in North Omaha

Built on the rock bottom of the Missouri River, dreams of today’s Mormon Bridge go back to 1846. This article explores the history of the bridge, the ferries, the politics and more.