Based on the most recent data released by the Federal Highway Administration in 2002, over 477 million tons of freight worth more than $371 billion was moved to, from, and within Washington State using all modes. Trucks carried most of the freight, both by tonnage (59%) and value (64%). By 2035, this is expected to increase to 975 million tons of freight worth over $1,239 billion.
The Freight Systems Division is working to develop a strategic freight investment plan to increase the state’s economic vitality, improve our marketplace competitiveness, and ensure our resiliency.