It's long overdue and it may never happen, but state transportation planners are now pitching a proposal to build a new traffic interchange, connecting Causeway Boulevard to the Earhart Expressway in Jefferson Parish. Planners say the project, which comes with a $49-million price tag, will improve access to Earhart, while reducing congestion on Airline Highway and Interstate 10. Right now, there only a handful of ways to access Earhart, which has always been a quick trip to and from the New Orleans city center for a small number of drivers. If the state can line up the money and it's still a big if at this point, the new interchange could be built within the next five years.
Do you like the idea? What else do you think will help speed up the dreaded rush hour commute?
Comments (1)
the idea of an interchange is great.
right now, the only reason i don't use earhart is because it takes too long to get to it. the problem... all the construction it's going to take to get it done.
LA isn't really known for getting things done on time. the place the interchange will be... AND the surrounding area will be screwed up for at least a year. just take a look at the i-10 expansion progress.
Posted by kk | October 24, 2007 11:49 AM
Posted on October 24, 2007 11:49