News Summary
Metrolink has announced a service suspension on its Orange County, Inland Empire-Orange County, and Ventura County lines this weekend due to essential maintenance and construction work. The interruption will occur on October 25-26, affecting the scheduled services and leaving passengers without alternative transportation options. Key projects include the replacement of the San Juan Creek Bridge and various maintenance activities along the affected lines. Normal service is expected to resume on Monday, October 27.
Los Angeles, California – Metrolink, Southern California’s regional passenger rail provider, has announced a suspension of service on three lines this weekend for planned maintenance and construction work. The affected lines include the Orange County (OC), Inland Empire-Orange County (IEOC), and Ventura County (VC) lines. The service interruption will take place on October 25-26, 2023. During this time, alternate transportation will not be available for passengers.
The service closure aligns with a planned work window by the North County Transit District, which also affects the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner service. Maintenance operations will commence on the evening of Friday, October 24, prompting the cancellation of the southbound OC Line train 634 that is scheduled to depart from LA Union Station at 9:40 p.m. However, alternate bus service will be provided for passengers of train 634 between Laguna Niguel/Mission Viejo and Oceanside stations.
Several key projects will be carried out during the service interruption. Notably, the San Juan Creek Bridge near San Juan Capistrano will be replaced, and the existing track and signal infrastructure from the over-100-year-old railroad bridge will be transitioned to the newly constructed bridge. Additionally, Metrolink’s Positive Train Control system will be integrated into the new alignment over the weekend.
In addition to the bridge replacement, further maintenance work is planned along the OC and IEOC lines. These projects include surfacing work, rail plug installation near the Irvine Station, and switch maintenance between the Tustin and Laguna Niguel/Mission Viejo stations. Underdrain construction is also planned near San Clemente Station to manage stormwater runoff effectively.
On the Ventura County Line, switch tie replacement will occur between Burbank and Van Nuys as part of the scheduled maintenance. It is important to note that service on the 91/Perris Valley, Antelope Valley, and San Bernardino lines will remain unaffected during this period.
Passengers are encouraged to stay informed about the service suspension and any other updates by checking Metrolink’s official website. Normal service is expected to resume across all lines on Monday, October 27, 2023.
In summary, Metrolink’s service suspension this weekend will impact the OC, IEOC, and VC lines due to essential maintenance and construction work, with no alternative transportation options available. Travelers should plan ahead to avoid disruptions and consider alternative travel arrangements if necessary.
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