On June 29, 1956, President Eisenhower signed the historic legislation that created the national system of Interstate and Defense Highways and the Federal Highway Trust Fund, the pay-as-you-go mechanism through which U.S. motorists have funded the construction and upkeep of the U.S. Highway system. Today, that system stands as a monument to Eisenhower’s vision as a young Army officer—a legacy of safety and mobility that has brought all Americans closer together.

This sign commemorating the Eisenhower Highway was made possible by the following organizations: American Traffic Safety Services Association and the Road Information Program. LOCATION: Summit Rest Area on the north side of 1-80 between Cheyenne and Laramie.