PURPOSE & NEED

The 14th Street Bridge Corridor EIS is a three-year studythat will address the current and future needs of metropolitan Washington D.C. With increasing commuters, travelers, public transit users, pedestrians, and bicyclists; the safety and mobility of this link has become a priority. After September 11, 2001, security of the corridor has also become
a priority.

This project is intended to develop/evaluate alternatives to:

• Improve safety and mobility for all modes of transportation;
• Minimize long travel times and delays;
• Minimize driver confusion and distraction;
• Improve traveler information;
• Improve transportation system efficiency/enhance mobility;
• Optimize public investment;
• Protect/maintain parklands, wetlands, and the Potomac River; and
• Enhance gateway corridor features, aesthetics, and appearance.