When was the first asphalt road made?

The first asphalt road was constructed in 1824 in Paris, France, by engineer Pierre-Marie-Jérôme Tranchant. This innovative use of asphalt for paving roads marked a significant advancement in road construction. However, it wasn't until the late 19th century that asphalt became widely used for paving roads, particularly with the development of the first modern asphalt pavement in the United States in the 1870s.