How does this project compare in cost and benefit with potential street improvements in the area?

By the Year 2030, traffic in the St. Charles area is expected to double, and on some corridors, nearly triple. The Red Gate crossing would work in conjunction with other improvements to accommodate future traffic volumes and provide connections in northern St. Charles.

Improving the existing street network will not meet the Purpose and Need established for this project. This solution would not enhance connections to destinations in the northern St. Charles area, would not improve emergency response times to those areas, and would not complete the gaps in the transportation system.