Study Intersections
The intersections studied as part of the Traffic study are primarily determined by LADOT. Additional intersections identified in public comments on previous Draft EIRs for the property (for example, Western Avenue/Peninsula Drive, and Western Avenue/Fitness Drive) will also be evaluated.
As part of the traffic study, intersection traffic counts have already been conducted. Traffic counts were taken in the fall of 2010, when school was in session, during peak weekday morning and afternoon hours, as well as on Saturdays, as requested by the community.
The final traffic study will evaluate intersections during weekday morning and afternoon peak hours. In addition, intersections along Western Avenue, near the project site, will be evaluated during the Saturday midday peak hour corresponding with the peak shopping period. The traffic study will recommend measures to accommodate existing traffic, as well as future traffic resulting from the project and additional growth in the area. Examples of possible improvements or changes could include: additional lanes, lengthened turn pockets, and traffic signal improvements.
