Highway211

Highway211 is a fictional state highway in the Northland Commonwealth. It serves as a regional corridor extending roughly 86 miles from the coastal city of Harborview in the south to the inland town of Pinecrest in the north.

The route begins at Harborview at an intersection with Highway101 and proceeds northeast through the towns of Millbridge and Redmond, crossing the Northline River along the way. Major junctions include an interchange with Interstate 12 at Exit 45 and an intersection with Highway37 at Redmond. The highway climbs through the Highland Pass and terminates at Highway214 near Pinecrest. The road traces a mix of rural and semi-urban landscapes, with scenic river vistas and forested sections along its length. It is primarily a two-lane rural highway, expanding to four lanes in town centers and at the I-12 interchange. There are two rest areas at roughly milepost 22 and milepost 58, and several scenic overlooks along the river corridor.

History and governance: Highway211 was proposed in the 1950s as part of a statewide modernization effort. Construction occurred between 1962 and 1969, with the route opening in stages through 1969. The highway has undergone safety and capacity improvements since the 1990s, including widening projects, resurfacing, and guardrail upgrades. The Northland Department of Transportation is responsible for maintenance and operations, along with annual traffic and safety assessments.

Future plans: Projects announced for 2024–2030 include widening sections between Millbridge and Redmond to handle increasing traffic, installation of wildlife crossings in rural segments, and a potential bypass around Millbridge to reduce congestion and improve travel times. Highway211 provides an important link between coastal and inland communities in this fictional setting.