Project Overview

The Southeast (SE) Connector Project consists of two phases (also referred to as Phase I and II). Each phase has different components that will proceed as funding becomes available. The components of Phase I and II include:

SE Connector Phase I    SW 2nd to SE 15th Streets map »

• Re-evaluation of existing Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)
• Select bridge type across the Des Moines River
• Design from SW 2nd to SE 6th
• Purchase property starting at SW 2nd going to SE 15th
• Construct SW 2nd to SE 6th
• Design SE 6th to SE 15th
• Construct SE 6th to SE 15th

SE Connector Phase II   SE 15th Street to U.S. 65 map »

• Meet with resource agencies
• Gather input from public
• Draft an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)
• Additional public involvement
• Design SE 15th Street to U.S. 65
  

The SE Connector Phase I is further along the project development process than Phase II.  Phase I improvements were originally identified, studied and received environmental clearance during the MLK Parkway EIS process that occurred during the 1980s.  As such, the improvements are ready for design and construction. 

Phase II of the SE Connector is just now beginning the process of selecting an alternative and receiving environmental approval.  The design and construction stages cannot begin until the process has run its course and a preferred alternative has been cleared.  The project team will build off of the previous work of the Southeast Diagonal Corridor – Project Location and Major Investment Study completed in 1999.

Southeast Connector - P.O. Box 8368 - Des Moines, IA. 50301 - 1-800-797-0565