The project involves the construction of a six-lane highway with interchange ramps and extends five miles between the previously constructed termini in Berkeley Heights and Springfield. The entire project is within Union County. The sections, 4N and 5P and 5N, comprise one of the remaining links in Interstate Route 78 which extends from New York City to the vicinity of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Its completion is necessary for both regional and local transportation needs. Route 78 will serve to divert through traffic movements from existing Route 22 thereby relieving its present congestion. The traffic which will be diverted from existing roads, including the highly congested Route 22, will experience significantly safer conditions. All the homes required for the right-of-way have been acquired. Increases in air pollution levels near the highway right-of-way are anticipated for the Watchung Reservation, John E. Runnells Hospital, the Regional High School, and the abutting residential areas. Noise levels will be higher for most areas, ranging from minor to severe impact. Lands presently used for park purposes in the Watchung Reservation will be taken.
Route 78 in Springfield, Mountainside, Summit, and Berkeley Heights, Union County, New Jersey
1973
292 pages
Report
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