The 2019 data was used since it was the latest traffic data available prior to the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting stay-at-home restrictions to minimize spread of the disease. 2020 and 2021 saw significant declines in all traffic data around the state and area, and do not reflect the travel characteristics of the area to base future traffic growth on. Multiple years of data are also used to identify trends, as reflected in the purpose and need statements. Current volumes are now approaching pre-COVID levels, and some additional counts may be taken at specific locations.