History
Illinois 251 was established in 1984 when first segment of I-39 opened between Rockford and Bloomington. In 1992, the final segment of I-39 opened north of Bloomington. The remaining stretch of Former U.S. 51 became Illinois 251. The initial designation of I-39 was U.S. Route 51 until 1992.
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