As the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for Imperial, Los
Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Ventura Counties,
SCAG performs ongoing research and analyses of the regional
transportation system. Goods movement, in particular, receives a
significant amount of attention as it serves as one the most
critical economic generators in Southern California.
Studies
SCAG has recently completed, or is currently involved in, a
number of studies related to goods movement in Southern
California at any given time. Below are a number of
recently completed efforts designed to provide meaningful input
into the development of the Regional Transportation
Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy as the agency develops the
long-term blueprint for transportation in the region.
Industrial Warehousing Study (Revised 2018)
The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) region
is home to approximately 34,000 warehouses with 1.17 billion
square feet of warehouse building space, and undeveloped land
that could accommodate an additional 338 million square feet of
new warehouse building space. The Industrial Warehousing Study is
an update from previous work, which evaluates how the region
could accommodate future demand for warehouse space based on key
supply chain trends. Study findings were used to formulate
discussion points, which will engage policy-makers, logistics
industry stakeholders, and public-sector agencies about how best
to shape the region’s strategic vision and grow, while balancing
economic and environmental objectives.
Industrial Warehousing Study Final Report – Full Study
SCAG Goods Movement Border Crossing Study – Phase II
The Goods Movement Border Crossing Study – Phase II
assessed goods movement border crossings in San Diego and
Imperial Counties to identify emerging trends expected to affect
future freight movement, provide forecasts of cross-border
freight volumes under alternative scenarios, and develop
recommendations to enhance future goods movement.
SCAG Goods Movement Border Crossing Study - Phase II | View
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Connect SoCal – The 2020-2045 Regional Transportation
Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy
Goods movement and freight transportation are essential to
support the SCAG regional economy and quality of life.
Working with its public and private partners, SCAG has
established a vision for a comprehensive regional goods movement
system. This network is intended to be a world-class,
coordinated system that accommodates growth in the throughput of
freight to the region and nation in ways that support the
region’s economic vitality, attainment of clean air standards,
and the quality of life for our communities.
Connect SoCal 2020-2045
Comprehensive Regional Goods Movement Plan and Implementation
Strategy
On The Move represents a long-range comprehensive plan for
the goods movement system in Southern California. The Plan is
designed to ensure that the region continues to play a vital role
in the global supply chain while meeting regional economic goals,
addressing critical mobility challenges, preserving the
environment, and contributing to community livability and quality
of life goals. The Plan is the final product of the Southern
California Association of Governments’ (SCAG) Comprehensive
Regional Goods Movement Plan and Implementation Strategy, a
multi-year effort to collect data, conduct analyses, and engage
with regional, statewide and national stakeholders covering
various aspects of the region’s goods movement system.
Summary Report
Full Report
Complementary Studies
Steering Committee
September 28, 2011
September 8, 2011
August 4, 2011
June 21, 2011
March 21, 2011
February 24, 2011
December 9, 2010
September 21, 2010
April 21, 2010
January 21, 2010
October 13, 2009
Complementary Studies
Goods Movement Border Crossing Study and Analysis (2012)
With today’s global economy and time-based competition, efficient
freight transportation networks serve as extremely critical links
between manufacturers, distributors, and consumers. Planning for
adequate transportation infrastructure and freight facilities
that enhance goods movement in is particularly challenging for
border regions. Given this, SCAG conducted the Border Crossing
Study and Analysis to gather and synthesize information on goods
movement across the U.S.-Mexico border in Imperial County to
assist in the assessment of infrastructure needs and general
planning efforts.
Executive Summary
Goods Movement Border Crossing Study - Full Study
Port and Modal Elasticity Study – Phase II
As a follow-up to its original study, SCAG conducted Phase II of
the Port and Modal Elasticity Study to develop and apply
analytical tools to predict flows of waterborne containerized
imports from Asia to the United States through North American
ports and landside supply-chain channels. These
forecasts were used by regional stakeholders to assist and
advance regional policies on goods movement.
Port and Modal Elasticity Study - Phase II
Southern California National Freight Gateway Collaboration
Created through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the Southern
California National Freight Gateway Collaboration comprises
high-level leadership from regional, state and federal
stakeholders working closely to address regional freight
challenges and explore the common understanding about goods
movement issues. This is especially critical given its
economic impact. Efforts of the Collaboration include
engaging members in productive, facilitated discussions aimed at
supporting regional goods movement in Southern California while
addressing the myriad infrastructure, environmental, and quality
of life challenges.
