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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Long waits at the train tracks along the Kansas City riverfront are on their way out thanks to a fresh $72 million federal boost.
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration has awarded up to $72 million to Port KC to eliminate three ‘at-grade’ rail crossings at Lydia Avenue, local officials announced.
At-grade crossings mean ground level, with arms, stopping traffic as trains pass.
At-grade, ground level, railroad crossing (KCTV)
The grant money will pay to buy the land, finish blueprints, and build a bridge that carries traffic right over the train tracks. Port KC is responsible for paying 20% of the project.
“Dangerous and time-consuming rail crossings will be eliminated at Lydia Avenue with the construction of a flyover bridge that will include safe walking paths to allow for increased vehicular and pedestrian connectivity to the Missouri Riverfront,” Port KC President and CEO Jon Stephens said. “This project will also enhance freight rail efficiency and strengthen the movement of goods through Kansas City.”
The bridge will allow drivers and walkers to pass right ove...