Caples Road
The Caples Road Crossing has been completed. We have installed a new crossing, updated the signals for a private crossing, and improved the signage.
88th Street
The 88th Street Crossing project is nearly completed. The track has undergone a complete rebuild as the road has been widened and signals upgraded.
Grants
Notice was received in June 2009 that we will be receiving two grants from WSDOT Rail Division that will be combined together to equal $1.367 Million. This money will be used to continue the upgrades to the railroad infrastructure and in particular, heavy steel.
Future Information
We will be continuing to apply for other grants and appropriation requests to help upgrade the railroad infrastructure at the State and Federal levels.
We are exploring the possibility of an overlay concept of existing properties that are adjacent to the railroad as a means of preserving the ability to grow rail business along the rail corridor.
We are working on crossing improvements, signage, and a roadway worker protection program with the Safety Program Manager, Risk Management, and the FRA (Federal Railway Administration).
