Exciting news for Metro Denver commuters as the Regional Transportation District (RTD) has finally lifted the last of 31 speed restrictions that have been slowing down light rail trains for nearly a year.
The final slow zone was removed on a 400-foot southbound segment near the Southmoor Station, as announced by RTD officials in a recent news release.
Last year, transportation officials discovered minor issues and track imperfections, leading to 10 mph speed restrictions on sections of the D, E, H, and R lines. Over the course of 11 months, nearly 100 employees worked tirelessly to replace over two miles of track and grind 50 miles of rail to eliminate surface defects that could potentially cause cracks, according to RTD.
The delays caused frustration among commuters and resulted in a decrease in ridership, with some individuals experiencing double the usual travel time on their regular routes.
RTD has mentioned that temporary speed restrictions may be reinstated as necessary after rail inspections due to the agency’s aging rail infrastructure.
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