This unit reaches eastbound traffic approaching the 5th Street interchange and then exiting St. Charles County for St. Louis County. It is located just west of the Streets of St. Charles mixed use development that includes an 8 screen movie theater as well as numerous offices and restaurants. Bass Pro is located on the north side of I-70 from this unit. St. Charles County, with a population of 360,485, has been one of the fastest-growing counties in the country for decades. Morning traffic jams are the norm for eastbound commuters heading to work from the affluent bedroom communities. Attractions in the vicinity of this location include The Ameristar Casino, Hollywood Casino, St. Charles Convention Center, Historic Main Street, Bass Pro, Dave & Busters, Hollywood Casino Amphitheater and a nearby banquet center.