Rail Facilities (Yards)
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Project programmed before 2024; Not evaluated by these metrics.
Project Description
Funding will provide for the upgrades to be made to the rail yard system infrastructure including track and associated components, fire suppression, and lighting. Other facility deficiencies will be address including but not limited to: boilers, trash collection systems, roofs, windows, pavement replacement, rail hoist replacement, inspection pit rehabilitation, roof replacements, and heating and ventilation air conditioning systems. Overall this project will allow CTA to address multiple state of good repair needs at rail yard facilities.