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Posted by Edwards! on Fri Sep 30 03:37:53 2022, in response to Re: Blog Post: IBX cannot be a tram, posted by Jackson Park B Train on Fri Sep 30 00:17:21 2022. Understandable.However, What You said,is exactly what they said they would for the tunnels, but WILL do for the narrow sections in trenches (Southeastern Brooklyn). I find this ridiculous, only because some NIMBY TYPE complained about possible street running where the ROW narrows,either by time, debris buildup,or ROW narrowing. Complete agreement with the cost estimates. This will most definitely run into the low billions,( I'm thinking perhaps 6 to 10,given the fact this is a rebuild with additional infrastructure). Tunnel enlargement is a can do..and since the Bushwick Tunnel will include a new ENY station directly under the Fulton St subway,the tunnels will have to be enlarged there anyway. No doubt this will be a complicated program/project..which is why the MTA is going slow dealing with the logistics. When all is said,and done,it will be well worth it. I'm looking at a 7 year construction time line. Look.. I REALLY am pushing for a REGIONAL RAIL SYSTEM because of the connectivity it could provide to the larger system LIRR and MNRR. THIS could be the FIRST step towards building a true hybrid Railroad,combining the subways with regional operations. However, I also see the potential for growth within the Boroughs using the LRT options. The MTA could use this line to create a web of high speed lines across Brooklyn, Queens and even the Bronx. Staten Island could get a piece of the new program ,if the MTA ever decides to put the infrastructure on the bridge with additional reinforcements..or complete the partially dug tunnels under the Narrows. We'll just have to wait and see. Hopefully, This won't be another Second Ave SUBWAY situation situation,where the money gets spent before a.single spade hits the ground. Appreciate the feedback. |
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