1998•Proceedings of the 1998 Rapid Transit ConferenceAmerican Public Transportation AssociationAmerican Public Transit AssociationRequires access
MISSION VALLEY WEST LRT EXTENSION PROJECT ALIGNMENT CHALLENGES
J. L. Hecht, Jay R. Galbraith
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Abstract
This paper reviews the history of design challenges on San Diego Metropolitan Transit Development Board's (MTDB) most formidable venture to date. The 6 mile (9.6 km) light rail transit (LRT) extension into west Mission Valley is located entirely outside of existing railroad right of way. In some areas, the alignment was carved through private properties that were completely developed and in other areas, through properties planned for future development. Acquisition of property from the City of San Diego and coordinating with Caltrans on four major highway crossings demonstrated public resolve for a successful project.