Table of Contents
- High Pass IC in Sasong New Town, groundbreaking in 2027... Forecasting innovation in local transportation network
- Announcement of service results imminent... 'Countdown' to Ministry of Land project approval
- Estimated usage of 10,000 vehicles per day... Yangsan City's share is below 50%
- Two-way installation remains a challenge... Prioritizing the IC towards Busan
- Conclusion: A signal for innovation in transportation infrastructure in Sasong New Town
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
High Pass IC in Sasong New Town, groundbreaking in 2027... Forecasting innovation in local transportation network
The installation project for the High Pass IC in Sasong New Town, Yangsan City, is being actively pursued. This project aims to break ground in the first half of 2027, currently undergoing project approval procedures. It is expected that the related service report will be completed by the end of this month.
The installation of the Sasong IC is anticipated to significantly enhance traffic accessibility in Sasong New Town and improve convenience for users of the Gyeongbu Expressway. Such changes are expected to bring numerous benefits to local residents.
Announcement of service results imminent... 'Countdown' to Ministry of Land project approval
Yangsan City announced that the result report of the 'Feasibility study and traffic demand survey for the High Pass IC in Sasong New Town,' which commenced in March 2024, will be completed this month. This survey is being conducted in collaboration with the Korea Expressway Corporation and the Ministry of Land, and if there are no issues, they plan to request project approval from the Ministry.
It is estimated that it will take about a year to receive project approval, with detailed designs beginning in the second half of 2026 and construction starting in the first half of 2027. The final goal is to complete the project in 2029.
Estimated usage of 10,000 vehicles per day... Yangsan City's share is below 50%
Although official results have not yet been announced, it is expected that approximately 10,000 vehicles will use the Sasong High Pass IC daily once it opens, combining both directions. A 2019 Yangsan City feasibility study also concluded that this project is economically advantageous (B/C > 1), leading to positive expectations.
The project cost-sharing ratio was one of the main issues, but it was confirmed that most users of the High Pass IC would be residents of Sasong New Town, adjusting Yangsan City's share to below 50%. The remaining costs are expected to be covered by LH (Korea Land and Housing Corporation). This project is being pursued as a collaboration between Yangsan City and LH, which is expected to provide many benefits to local residents.
Two-way installation remains a challenge... Prioritizing the IC towards Busan
Residents of Sasong New Town and the political community have constantly demanded the installation of a two-way High Pass IC. For example, Representative Kim Dookwan directly suggested this issue to the Minister of Land during the 2022 National Assembly audit, and Yangsan City recognized this need and decided to reflect it in the 2024 service.
However, due to opposition from LH, it was decided to prioritize the installation of the High Pass IC only toward Busan during this service. The installation of IC toward Seoul will be determined based on separate feasibility analysis results. Ultimately, this project focuses primarily on the one-way installation of the High Pass IC toward Busan.
Conclusion: A signal for innovation in transportation infrastructure in Sasong New Town
The installation of the High Pass IC in Sasong New Town is expected to be an important facility that will not only enhance transportation infrastructure but also revolutionize overall traffic flow in the region. As a large-scale residential project is currently underway in the Sasong area, the increased connectivity with the expressway will significantly boost its attractiveness as a residential area.
This project aims to break ground in the first half of 2027, with a goal for completion in 2029, and if everything proceeds as planned, Sasong New Town is likely to develop into a major transportation hub in the eastern part of Yangsan. Furthermore, if a High Pass IC toward Seoul is added, it is expected to further expand the impact on the region's transportation infrastructure.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. When is the expected start and completion date for the Sasong New Town High Pass IC?
The Sasong IC is scheduled to break ground in the first half of 2027 and be completed in 2029.
The installation project for the High Pass IC in Sasong New Town is being pursued with the goal of breaking ground in the first half of 2027 and aims for completion by 2029. The project approval procedure from the Ministry of Land is currently in progress, and detailed design is expected to begin in the second half of 2026. If everything proceeds on schedule, Sasong New Town will grow into a major transportation hub in the eastern part of Yangsan.
Q. What is the traffic impact of the Sasong New Town High Pass IC installation project?
Approximately 10,000 vehicles are expected to use it daily, significantly improving traffic accessibility.
Once the Sasong High Pass IC opens, approximately 10,000 vehicles are expected to use it daily, combining both directions. This will enhance the convenience of using the Gyeongbu Expressway and greatly improve traffic accessibility for residents of Sasong New Town. The economic viability was also recognized in a feasibility study conducted by Yangsan City in 2019, raising positive expectations.
Q. How will the cost-sharing for the High Pass IC installation be handled?
Yangsan City's share is below 50%, and the remainder will be borne by LH.
The cost-sharing ratio was a significant issue; however, it was confirmed that most users of the High Pass IC are residents of Sasong New Town, which adjusted Yangsan City's burden to below 50%. The remaining costs will be borne by the Korea Land and Housing Corporation (LH), and this project is being pursued as a collaborative effort between Yangsan City and LH.
Q. What is the plan for the installation of the two-way High Pass IC?
Currently, only the one-way IC toward Busan is being pursued, while the Seoul direction is under separate review.
Residents and the political community have demanded a two-way installation, but due to opposition from LH, it was decided that the current service would only prioritize the installation of the IC toward Busan. The installation of the IC toward Seoul will be decided later based on separate feasibility analysis results, with the primary focus of the current plan being one-way installation.
Q. What is the significance of the innovation in transportation infrastructure in Sasong New Town?
The High Pass IC is expected to significantly improve the local transportation environment and residential appeal.
The installation of the High Pass IC signifies innovation beyond mere infrastructure expansion; it represents a revolution in traffic flow. As a large-scale residential project is currently underway, the direct connection to the expressway will improve traffic accessibility, significantly enhancing its appeal as a residential area. This will likely lead to growth as a major transportation hub in the eastern part of Yangsan, and the installation of additional ICs in the future is expected to yield even greater benefits.
