How are U.S. highways numbered?

Odd-numbered highways move north and south, while those with even numbers move east and west.

Highways with one or two digit numbers are through routes, often long ones used for distance driving.

Three-digit routes that begin with an even number are usually beltways around a city.

Three-digit routes that begin with an odd number are spur routes in a city or town.

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