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City staff says ODOT will not support a new I‑5 interchange at the studied location
Summary
Staff presented two modeled interchange scenarios (limited-access and full interchange) and reported that ODOT told the city it would not support an interchange, so the option will remain in the TSP as an analyzed alternative but not the recommended course of action.
Staff described the results of two interchange models—a limited-access ramp and a full interchange—and said modeling showed minimal long-term relief at key pinch points due to induced demand. He reported that ODOT had told the city it "is not gonna support an interchange" at the studied location and will be asked to state that position at a future council meeting.
Staff said the city will keep the interchange on the list as an analyzed alternative in case future conditions or funding change, but that it is not the city’s recommended preferred alternative because ODOT opposition and uncertain system-wide benefits make it an unlikely near-term solution.
