South Central Light Rail Extension

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At A Glance

  • Client

    Valley Metro Rail, Inc.

  • Estimated Value

    $1.3 Billion

  • Location

    Phoenix, AZ

  • Role

    Prime Systems Design Consultant, Project Controls & Risk Management Services

Project Description

The South Central Extension Project extends Valley Metro’s Light Rail System 5.5 miles from Downtown Phoenix, looping into the existing Valley Metro Rail System and adding a Downtown Hub that will allow for transfers between Valley Metro lines. The South Central Extension will make South Phoenix’s unique offerings more accessible to residents and visitors, attracting new customers, businesses, and jobs to the area.

Key Features

  • 5.5 miles, 8 passenger stations, and a park-and-ride
  • 14 new light rail vehicles and an expanded Operations & Maintenance Center (OMC)
  • Planned to connect to the Capital Extension Project, the future regional light rail system