The High Speed Rail Authority has recently announced the successful completion of the Davis Avenue Overcrossing project. This project is a significant milestone in the development of high-speed rail infrastructure and will provide a safer and more efficient means of transportation for commuters. The overcrossing will allow trains to pass over Davis Avenue, eliminating the need for vehicles to cross the tracks at grade level. This will reduce congestion and improve safety for motorists and pedestrians alike. The High Speed Rail Authority is committed to continuing to develop and improve the high-speed rail system, and this project is a testament to that commitment. The completion of the Davis Avenue Overcrossing is a significant step forward in the development of high-speed rail in the region and will serve as a model for future projects.
The California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority) today announced the completion of its eighth high-speed rail structure in the Central Valley this year. The Davis Avenue overcrossing in Fresno County is now open to traffic.
Description of Davis Avenue Overcrossing
This grade separation, which will take traffic over the future high-speed rail lines and is designed and constructed by Dragados-Flatiron/Joint-Venture, is located between Fowler Avenue and State Route 43 in Fresno County. The overcrossing spans approximately 416 feet long and 32 feet wide and consists of nearly 1600 cubic yards of concrete and 400,000 pounds of rebar.
Progress in Central Valley Construction
“We’ve made huge strides across the valley and in all construction packages,” said Garth Fernandez, Central Valley Regional Director. “Our goal is to keep this momentum, complete more structures, open more roadways, and complete our first construction package in the coming weeks, closing out 2023 closer to our goal of getting passenger service running in California.”
Previous Completion of Structure in Central Valley
This summer, the Authority announced the completion of the Merced Avenue grade separation, McCombs Avenue grade separation and Poso Avenue underpass in Kern County.
Earlier this year, the Authority announced the completion of the Elkhorn Avenue overcrossing in Fresno County and grade separations at Idaho and Dover avenues in Kings County. The Authority also announced the completion of the Cedar Viaduct, a high-speed rail signature structure in Fresno County, in May.
Impact of Construction on Job Creation
Since the start of construction, the Authority has created more than 11,000 construction jobs, a majority going to residents from the Central Valley.
Expansion of High - Speed Rail Project
The Authority has begun work to extend the 119 miles under construction to 171 miles of future electrified high-speed rail from Merced to Bakersfield. California’ Central Valley has more than 25 active construction sites.
Environmental Clearance of High -Speed Rail Program
The Authority also environmentally cleared 422 miles of the high-speed rail programme from the Bay Area to the Los Angeles Basin.
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