Introduction

The Interstate 5 (I-5) corridor in North County is one of the most frequently traveled freeways in San Diego County. I-5 has many unique features including six lagoons, world-renowned coastal cities and unparalleled beaches. By the year 2030, the number of vehicles using I-5 daily is expected to nearly double.

To help improve the quality of life and address the increasing number of motorists on I-5, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) are proposing a number of projects intended to reduce congestion. In this web site you will find information about the proposed projects. These projects included a long-term project to add two managed lanes in each direction. Recently completed and/or near-term projects include: I-5 HOV/ Lomas Santa Fe Project, I-805 Carroll Canyon Road Extension Project and the I-5/SR 56 Interchange Project.

The information is updated frequently, so please check back. For the most recent developments in both planning and implementation of improvements to the I-5 see the section that follows.

 

Highlights

Click here to view the I-5 North Coast Corridor E-Newsletter #1

Click here to view the I-5/SR 56 Interchange Project: Direct Connector Alternative Video Simulation

Click here to view the I-5/SR 56 Interchange Project: Auxiliary Lane Alternative Video Simulation

I-5 HOV/Lomas Santa Fe Project completed 1 year ahead of schedule and within budget! Click here to view/download the latest update

Click here to access information about I-805 HOV/Carroll Canyon Rd. Extension Project Final Initial Study/Environmental Assessment



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Will the I-5/SR 56 Interchange Project change the current access to Del Mar Heights Road for northbound I-5 travelers?
If the Direct Connector, Hybrid Connector, or Modified Hybrid Connector is selected, access to Del Mar Heights Road from northbound I-5 will only be possible via the existing separated freeway bypass lanes that currently begin just south of the I-5 / I-805 interchange.

If the Auxiliary Lane Alternative or No Build Alternative is selected, there will be no change accessing Del Mar Heights Road.