TEN Talk- "Preparing for Increased Train Traffic"

Local train traffic will continue to increase in our city, often resulting in travel delays and increased noise.  City leaders are taking action to minimize the negative effects of increased railroad traffic.  Learn the facts about the expansion and identify how you can prepare for the future. Here’s a sneak preview…
 
Consultants estimated the following impacts to take effect by 2018:

• Train traffic will increase from an average of 8 trains per day to 22 trains per day
• Train length will increase
• Car weight will increase by 23,000 pounds
• Trains will feature double stacked cars 
• Train speeds will increase