SacRT Light Rail Modernization Project

Описание: This is a recording of the presentation given to the ASCE Capital Branch in September, 2021.

About the Presentation
The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) Light Rail Modernization Project moves forward with plans to upgrade its network. The Modernization Project focuses on the “Gold Line” (US 50 corridor) and includes the purchase of 20 new low-floor light rail trains with better accessibility; modification of stations to accommodate the new trains; and construction of a passing track. The additional track allows light rail trains to operate every 15 minutes, between the Sunrise Station and end of the line at the Historic Folsom Station, rather than the existing 30 minutes.

SacRT operates approximately 82 bus routes (fixed-route, dial-a-ride and microtransit); 43 miles of light rail serving 52 stations; and ADA paratransit services all within a 440-square mile service area. SacRT was recently named the 2021 “Outstanding Public Transportation System of the Year” in the category of public transit agencies with more than 4 million but less than 20 million trips. The award is given by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA).

A glimpse of the “Green Line” extension through Natomas and to Sacramento International Airport is also provided.

About the Presenters
Mr. James Block is SacRT’s Director of Planning. He has over 20 years in the transit industry and currently manages a team of highly skilled planners and directs all short range and long range planning activities for the District. James is currently leading the Zero-Emission Vehicle planning efforts, High Capacity Transit Corridor plans, SmaRT Ride microtransit planning and light rail extensions.

Mr. Craig Norman is SacRT’s Acting Director of Engineering. Prior to this position he was the Principal Systems Engineer and worked with Operations to troubleshoot, identify and implement improvements to the existing train signaling, overhead catenary system, traction power, communication and fare vending system. Mr. Norman works with the City of Sacramento and County of Sacramento to coordinate traffic control signals with grade crossings and in street running of light rail vehicles. He is both a licensed electrical and mechanical engineer in the State of California.

What You Will Learn
By watching this presentation you will gain an understanding of how civil transportation, civil structural, electrical, and mechanical engineers must interact with each other, industry, and their funding partners.

ABOUT ASCE:
ASCE is the American Society of Civil Engineers. ASCE represents more than 160,000 members of the civil engineering profession in 177 countries. Founded in 1852, ASCE is the nation’s oldest national civil engineering society. ASCE stands at the forefront of a profession that plans, designs, constructs, and operates society’s economic and social engine – the built environment – while protecting and restoring the natural environment. ASCE is organized into 10 regions, 106 sections, 159 branches, 416 student chapters, and 131 younger member groups. There are also 9 specialty institutes that are focused on particular technical domains within civil engineering. Go to www.asce.org to learn more and explore the benefits of membership.

ABOUT ASCE Capital Branch:
The Capital Branch is one of four Branches in the Sacramento Section which is part of Region 9 of ASCE. The Capital Branch represents ASCE members in the counties of Sacramento, Yolo, El Dorado, Sierra, Plumas, those portions of Nevada and Placer counties which are east of the crest of the Sierra Nevada mountains, and the 95661 and 95678 zip code areas of Roseville in the state of California. Go to www.ascecapitalbranch.org to learn more and explore the benefits of membership.

Our blog post about this presentation can be found here:
https://ascecapitalbranch.org/2021/09...

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