Project Description
The Central Mesa Light Rail Extension provides a transfer-free connection between the existing Central Phoenix LRT line terminal at Sycamore Street and the Downtown Mesa Central Business District that includes a concentration of retail and office businesses and Mesa City Hall. This extension expands the existing light rail transit system by 3.1 miles and adds an additional four passenger stations and a park-and-ride facility. As Prime Construction Manager in a joint venture, PGH Wong performed project and construction management services for Valley Metro Rail. The extension opened for passenger service seven months ahead of schedule in August 2015.
Key Features
- 3.1 mile light rail transit extension with 4 passenger stations
- Embedded tracks in dedicated guideway
- Design-Build project delivery method
- The Project included right-of-way acquisition, utility relocation and roadway improvements.
- 3.1 mile light rail transit extension with 4 passenger stations
- Embedded tracks in dedicated guideway
- Design-Build project delivery method
- The Project included right-of-way acquisition, utility relocation and roadway improvements.