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WASHINGTON, Feb. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Scenic America celebrates the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)'s announcement today of 34 National Scenic Byways and 15 All-American Roads, the first additions to the program since 2009. The new designees– ranging from Maine's Katahdin Woods and Waters Scenic Byway to California's Historic Route 66 Needles to Barstow Scenic Byway– traverse 28 states, bringing the total of America's Byways® to 184 in 48 states.
Scenic America Celebrates Announcement of New All-American Roads & National Scenic Byways
Established in 1991, the National Scenic Byways Program recognizes roadways with notable scenic, historic, cultural, natural, recreational, and archaeological qualities. Scenic America, a national environmental nonprofit that preserves and enhances the visual character and scenic beauty of America, led the charge to revitalize and restore funding for the program.