Defining Concepts​

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Ideas ​

Through interviews, workshops, and public meetings, we heard many ideas for potential solutions. Certain suggestions we've received extend beyond the jurisdiction and authority of ITD. Those ideas are still recorded as part of the study, and we will share those ideas with other parties, which may include local cities, counties, and agencies. 

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Concepts​​

Ideas generated that would solve some of the transportation challenges that fall within ITD's purview were tested with engineering best practices and technical data to create concepts. Simply put, concepts are proposed improvements to a transportation system. For these studies, concepts range from broad to targeted, rural to urban. As we move through each step of the process, concept details will be refined. Multiple reasonable concepts may advance and will be called alternatives if they are recommended at the conclusion of the study. ​​​

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Options​​

Some concepts include multiple options. Think of options like ingredients in a recipe. We mix and match specific options to build a concept. Some options will be included in Level One Screening, but other options may develop as part of Level Two. Options may include:​

• Intersections

• Routes

• Roadway elements, such as turn lane or traffic signal