I-787 πŸ“

Interstate 787 is sometimes known as the Riverfront Route, and connects the New York State Thruway to Downtown Albany, Rensselaer, Watervliet, and Troy. Often controversial, as it blocks access to the Hudson River, and is noisy and ugly.

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Fort Orange Ruins

Prior to the construction of Interstate 787, there was a partial excavation of Fort Orange on the Hudson River but the excavation was hastily done prior to covering it up with sand and in some cases damaging it with bridge piles. 

Thursday August 6, 2020 — I-787
Terrain Map: Buildings Constructed in Capital Region, 2015-2020

The Fake Letter of Paul Huey

A letter about the discovery of Fort Orange that was was written to downplay John Wolcott's discovery of the Fort Orange ruins under 787. 

Wednesday August 5, 2020 — I-787
Map: Dobbins Memorial State Forest
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Terrain Map: Peebles Island Terrian
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Map: Severence Hill Trail