I-280/Winchester Boulevard Interchange Improvements

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), in cooperation with the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) and the City of San José, proposes to modify the existing I-280/Winchester Boulevard interchange by constructing a new tunnel off-ramp from northbound I-280 towards Winchester Boulevard.

The Project would also construct a new direct connector ramp from northbound SR-17 to northbound I-280 and would replace the existing Monroe Pedestrian Overcrossing. The purpose of the Project is to improve traffic operations on the local roadways, improve bicycle and pedestrian access and transit connectivity, and improve access from northbound I-280 in the project area.

The Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR)/Environmental Assessment (EA) for this Project was released July 26, 2023.  A printed copy is available to read at the VTA Administrative Office, (3331 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95134). Public comments on the Draft EIR/EA were due by 5:00 pm on Friday, September 8, 2023.

Public Meeting

A public meeting for this project was held on Monday, August 14, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at the Cypress Community & Senior Center (403 S. Cypress Avenue, San Jose). A project presentation was given, followed by an open house for the public to ask questions and provide comments. A presentation recording is now available to view on Youtube for those who were not in attendance. 

Public Scoping Meeting

A virtual Public Scoping Meeting was held for this project on Thursday, September 24, 2020. If you missed it, you can view a recording of the presentation on Youtube. The deadline for receiving comments on the project environmental scope was October 8, 2020.