Caltrain Begins Pre-Construction Work on Electrification Project

November 17, 2016

Media Contact: Tasha Bartholomew, 650.508.79247

Caltrain Begins Pre-Construction Work on Electrification Project

From now until the end of February, Caltrain will be performing pre-construction work within the right-of-way as part of the Peninsula Corridor Electrification Project.

During this time, Caltrain will be working on pre-construction activities in the field that include locating utilities, confirming soil conditions and testing cables.  The work will primarily take place during the day, but there will be some night activities between 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.  Residents living near the area of the pre-construction activities are being notified of the work by mail.

To accommodate the work, there may be some single-tracking during non-peak hours and Caltrain passengers should be aware of signs at the stations that let them know to board on a different platform.

Once pre-construction is completed, the project team will start construction-related activities in spring/summer 2017.  The planned work (pre-construction and full construction) is updated weekly on the website at www.caltrain.com/PCEP.

The primary purpose of the PCEP is to improve Caltrain system performance and reduce long-term environmental impact by reducing noise, improving regional air quality and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. A modernized Caltrain system will better address Peninsula commuters’ vision of increased service and improved travel times in an environmentally friendly and reliable way. When complete, Caltrain will be cleaner, quieter, and serve more riders. The PCEP is scheduled to be operational by winter 2020/2021.