Study Area
The FTEIS for the Future I-70 Kansas City Metro Project extends from the last ramp termini east of the Missouri – Kansas state line to east of the I-470 interchange, including the entire Kansas City, Missouri Downtown Central Business District Freeway Loop. This portion of I-70 spans approximately 18 miles (20 miles including all segments of the Loop) and currently serves:
- Kansas City, Missouri-Kansas
- Independence, Missouri
- Local and regional business and industry
- Interstate and international freight movements
- Neighborhoods
- Commuters
- Surrounding cities
