10.3.7 Other Considerations (Impacts)
An alternative may address the intersection needs from an operational and safety perspective, but several other considerations may determine whether it is a practical option to pursue. These include the following:
- ROW, environmental impacts, and construction costs;
- Constructability timelines, staging, temporary traffic control needs, and project delivery;
- Acceptability of the alternative by the public, local jurisdictions, and other stakeholders; and
- Consistency within interregional corridors or other highways where a corridor study has been prepared.
Additionally, the multimodal assessment considers the suitability of each alternative for transit, freight, and other large vehicle operations when applicable. The Stage I scoping analysis with respect to freight and other large vehicle operation can be informed by whether an intersection is part of a designated Truck Route or Over-Size-Over-Weight Route. Transit assessments can be informed by discussions with the transit provider about different treatment options and any operating restrictions associated with different intersection and control types.