It would also take dangerous substances such as liquid chlorine and raise the train cars some 20 feet into the air creating an even greater hazard should there ever be a derailment. A 3,200-foot bored tunnel would require nearly 3.9 total miles of new alignment from McCarran Blvd. A tunnel would have to be constructed at a depth of 57 feet below grade. One tunnel is required for travel in each direction. City Council has NOT made a final decision on the project and will not until all the facts from the Environment Impact Statement, record of decision and project costs are known.
Public safety is a priority.
The downtown area will be landscaped to enhance its appearance. Additional water and soil studies are being conducted to minimize environmental impacts. Other options were considered, but aren't as viable as the final four alternatives. A new train line along North McCarran Blvd. Truckee Meadows bypass would completely remove main line rail service from the Truckee Meadows.