Edmonton Public Transit II (October 2023)

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Originally Posted by ExcaliburKid

111 street overpass has a sidewalk on the northbound side

There is no sidewalk on the northbound side.

[feepa]

yes there is. Ive rode it many times. The ridicilious part of that is the most of the rest of the paved pathway/multiuse follows the southbound side till it gets to the henday bridge (111 street)

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Breaking ground on the Capital Line South LRT Extension
May 29, 2025

The City of Edmonton, along with the Honourable Devin Dreeshen, Minister, Transportation and Economic Corridors, Deputy Mayor Michael Janz, Councillor Jennifer Rice and Ledcor representatives Jennifer Villeneuve and Brian McPhee, officially celebrated the first year of major construction on the 4.5 kilometre Capital Line South LRT Extension.
Various representatives breaking ground on the Capital Line South LRT Extension.
“The expansion of the Capital Line South LRT marks an exciting milestone in Edmonton’s transit journey,” said the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister, Emergency Management and Community Resilience, and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada. “This project will better connect neighbourhoods, bridge communities, and give Edmontonians faster, more reliable and more efficient ways to get around their city.”

“The Capital Line South LRT Extension is a vital project that will give Edmontonians a safe and efficient way to get to work, school and around their city. Alberta’s government is proud to invest $365 million to help make this project a reality and support the future of transit across the province,” said the Honourable Devin Dreeshen, Minister, Transportation and Economic Corridors.

“Today, we celebrate our continuing commitment to the people of Edmonton by providing them with a convenient, sustainable way to get to where they live, work and play. As transit ridership reaches historic levels, it is crucial that we build a city that is smooth to move,” said Deputy Mayor Michael Janz. “Great cities are defined by great public transportation systems. On behalf of the City of Edmonton, I thank the Government of Canada, as well as the Government of Alberta, for their funding, partnership and support for this transformational project. The Capital Line South will move Edmontonians of all ages, wages and stages of life and will define our great city for years to come.”

“Ledcor is thrilled to partner with the City of Edmonton, AECOM and our local contractors to construct this important transportation infrastructure that will serve our growing city for decades to come,” said Brad Mytko, SVP Infrastructure, Ledcor Group. “As members of the Edmonton community for over 75 years, we are proud to be part of this significant legacy project and are committed to prioritizing safety, protecting the environment and delivering the project successfully.”

Capital Line Design-Build Ltd., a member of the Ledcor Group of Companies, with AECOM as its design partner, has been awarded the Design-Build contract for Phase 1 of the Capital Line South LRT Extension project. The high-floor LRT extension will run along the west side of 111 Street from Century Park station to the future Heritage Valley North station at the Heritage Valley Transit Centre and Park & Ride.

Ledcor started major construction in early 2025. Construction is expected to take four to five years, followed by testing and commissioning. Phase 1 project highlights include:

LRT underpass at 111 Street and 23 Avenue
Two new bridges:
Blackmud Creek LRT bridge
Anthony Henday Drive LRT bridge
Two new stations:
Twin Brooks station
Heritage Valley North station (connects to the Heritage Valley Transit Centre and Park & Ride)
Llew Lawrence Operations and Maintenance Facility (south of Anthony Henday Drive)
New Light Rail Vehicles (LRVs)

The total project budget is $1.38 billion, and it continues to encourage a healthy labour market by generating jobs in design, construction and equipment. Albertans will benefit from Phase 1 with more than 3,500 jobs and more than $300 million in wages.
For more information:
edmonton.ca/capitalsw

Media contact:
Rae Thygesen
Communications Advisor
Integrated Infrastructure Services
780-554-9001

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Valley Line West LRT: accelerated roadwork update
July 9, 2025

The City and Marigold Infrastructure Partners (MIP) continue to make steady progress on the Valley Line West accelerated roadwork plan, with the following updates to some of the key intersection and corridor work.

Phase 1 update
Stony Plain Road at 124 Street reopened to traffic on June 11, one week ahead of schedule.
Stony Plain Road at 156 Street is anticipated to reopen to traffic on or around July 10, on schedule. The intersection was partially closed to vehicles on April 21.
87 Avenue at Meadowlark Road is anticipated to reopen to traffic on or around July 9, on schedule. The intersection was partially closed to vehicles on May 1.

Phase 2 update

In late July, the intersection of 95 Avenue at 156 Street will be partially closed to traffic for approximately nine weeks. Road signage has been posted near the intersection to give advance notice to the public, commuters and businesses about upcoming traffic impacts. MIP will also release a detailed bulletin with more information on the traffic and pedestrian impacts in the area, including a map, before the work begins.

Edmonton Transit Service’s Route 7 will detour to 163 Street and 100 Avenue during this work. A temporary On Demand Transit zone has been created to assist riders during this closure, with a new On Demand Hub at 149 Street and 100 Avenue to facilitate transfers.
For more information, please visit edmonton.ca/TransitAlerts.

Steady progress continues at the intersection of Stony Plain Road at 142 Street. This intersection was partially closed in mid-June, and is anticipated to reopen in mid-August.

Phase 3

Work at the intersection of Stony Plain Road and 149 Street will not start until the work at Stony Plain Road and 142 Street is completed.

Construction continues along 104 Avenue between 105 Street and 121 Street. The work has reduced 104 Avenue to one lane eastbound and one lane westbound. This work is anticipated to continue for the remainder of the construction season.

The three-phase accelerated roadwork plan started in mid-April and is anticipated to continue until the end of November. The plan will reduce the overall duration of traffic restrictions by more than half, and take many of the roads along the Valley Line West alignment to their final configuration by the end of 2025.

The City and MIP recognize this work is disruptive to commuters, residents and businesses, and we appreciate everyone’s continued patience.

Valley Line West construction is anticipated to be complete in 2028, followed by an extensive testing and commissioning phase to ensure safety and reliability before the line opens.
For more information:
edmonton.ca/valleylinewest

Media contact:
Sheila Keenan
Communications Advisor
Integrated Infrastructure Services
780-886-6415

[Archyron]

Good progress on West LRT ^
What's the probability they go straight into building the north line afterwards? 2032-2034 opening?

[Harrison]

Originally Posted by Archyron

Good progress on West LRT ^
What's the probability they go straight into building the north line afterwards? 2032-2034 opening?

Unlikely unless GOA and/or Federal funding comes through, which is unlikely as they haven't even finished detailed design of the line yet. Getting across the Yellowhead and CN Calder Yards will be a huge barrier, one that I am not 100% certain will be overcome within the next decade at least.

[Xelebes]

Originally Posted by Harrison

Unlikely unless GOA and/or Federal funding comes through, which is unlikely as they haven't even finished detailed design of the line yet. Getting across the Yellowhead and CN Calder Yards will be a huge barrier, one that I am not 100% certain will be overcome within the next decade at least.

It will probably require tunnelling underneath or require a suspension bridge with a span of 700 m to cross.

Edit: I heard the explanation as to why the train slows under the 111th street underpass. It is mostly due to the expansion of the rails during the summer months resulting in a kink. Or at least that was what the driver said.

[feepa]

Originally Posted by Harrison

Unlikely unless GOA and/or Federal funding comes through, which is unlikely as they haven't even finished detailed design of the line yet. Getting across the Yellowhead and CN Calder Yards will be a huge barrier, one that I am not 100% certain will be overcome within the next decade at least.

I'm hopeful that once its design ready, it can be put forward as a nation building project and get some federal funding. There's going to be money for infrastructure projects

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If the university avenue crossing is ever grade separated from the LRT, what would it realistically look like? Would they have to rebuild the train line below the road, or would they leave the line at grade, and either build the road under/over the line? It's a real shame it wasnt done to begin with, that intersection is so large and nasty.

In general, the south line through 111street also made for some real large ugly intersections. Crossing them on foot perpendicular to the line is a very unpleasant experience - 51st avenue being among the worst.

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Technically I've always been told that over or under would be nearly impossible unless they rebuild the station.

[feepa]

^Now that the mistake has been made, without shutting down the existing line for an extended period of time in this section, it would be a nightmare to fix.

The reason Health Sciences is at grade is from my understanding is that amount of utility relocates is enormous if they continued under. There's also no room along 114th street for new construction, even if temporary to fix going forward.

[Harrison]

The only feasible option would be for University Ave to be an underpass beneath the LRT line, however this woudl require a complete closure of the road. Not ideal, but traffic could be rerouted to 87 Ave and continue south on 114 St. during construction.

[feepa]

Originally Posted by Harrison

The only feasible option would be for University Ave to be an underpass beneath the LRT line, however this woudl require a complete closure of the road. Not ideal, but traffic could be rerouted to 87 Ave and continue south on 114 St. during construction.

remarkable complex project. $$$x$$

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Valley Line Southeast takes you to the Edmonton Folk Music Festival
August 1, 2025

Edmonton Folk Music Festival runs August 7-10 and attendees can take the Valley Line Southeast to the festival grounds at Gallagher Park.

The Valley Line Southeast schedule will be as follows:
Thursday, August 7 and Friday, August 8: From the start of service to 6:30 p.m., trains will run at normal frequency. Between 6:30 p.m. and the end of service, trains will run every 10 minutes.
Saturday, August 9: Trains run every 10 minutes all day.
Sunday, August 10: From the start of service to 2:30 p.m., trains will run every 15 minutes. From 2:30 p.m. to the end of service, trains will run every 10 minutes.
Festival attendees from Sherwood Park can take Route 411 to Gallagher Park. More information is available on the Strathcona County website.

Parking is available at Davies Transit Centre. Additional park and ride locations along the Capital Line include the Clareview, Belvedere and Stadium transit centres.

Regular fares apply. To ensure a smooth and safe transit journey for everyone, Edmonton Transit Service (ETS) recommends you purchase your fare product before you start your trip. Fare types include Arc 3-day or 5-day passes, single-use Arc tickets, or cash fare when boarding a bus, depending on your needs.

For riders who regularly take transit to events and pay cash fare, ETS recommends purchasing an Arc card (find out at myarc.ca/features/where-to-buy). Riders can access the best fare rate through the Arc card ($3 a trip versus $3.75 cash fare).

For non-regular transit riders or for people who live outside of the Edmonton region, ETS recommends an Arc 3-day or 5-day pass, which is valid for 3 or 5 consecutive days after the first tap. These are a great option for festival goers who are attending Folk Fest for more than one day.

Arc single-use tickets and 3-day or 5-day passes can also be purchased through Arc vending machines at transit centres and LRT stations and at various sales outlets.
For more information:
edmonton.ca/ETSEvents

Media contact:
Logan Beach
Communications Coordinator
City Operations

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First Light Rail Vehicle for Valley Line West arrives in Edmonton
August 6, 2025

The first Light Rail Vehicle (LRV) for the Valley Line West LRT has arrived in Edmonton, marking a major milestone for the project.

Shipped in two sections from Hyundai Rotem Company’s facility in Changwon, South Korea, the vehicle underwent extensive testing before being loaded on July 1 onto a roll-on/roll-off ship designed to carry wheeled vehicles. The ship crossed the Pacific Ocean and arrived at the Port of Tacoma, Washington, on July 20. The LRV was then transported by truck to the Gerry Wright Operations and Maintenance Facility in southeast Edmonton.

“The arrival of the first LRV is more than just a milestone; it’s a sign of momentum for the Valley Line West. Watching this train roll into Edmonton is a proud moment for our team and for the city,” said Brian Latte, Director, Valley Line West, City of Edmonton. “This LRV is a part of where we’re headed as a city. As Edmonton grows towards two million people, Valley Line West will change how we move, how we build, and how we connect with one another.”

Hyundai Rotem will supply 46 Valley Line West LRVs. Currently, there are 16 LRVs at various stages of manufacturing in South Korea. Delivery to Edmonton will continue into 2027. The 46 new vehicles will complement the current fleet of 26 LRVs operating on Valley Line Southeast. Both vehicles are designed to be fully compatible with the infrastructure of the entire 27-kilometre Valley Line.

“We’re proud to see the first LRV arrive safely in Edmonton. From initial design, to manufacturing and testing in Korea, to final delivery, this vehicle represents years of collaboration and a shared commitment to delivering a high-quality transit vehicle,” said Chiseung Kim, Project Manager, Valley Line West, Hyundai Rotem Company. “As the LRV manufacturer, Hyundai Rotem hopes that the LRVs we deliver will operate well in Edmonton and be helpful to Edmontonians in their daily lives.”

In 2023, Edmontonians were invited to participate in user testing and interact with a full-scale mock-up of the vehicle. Participants' feedback directly shaped the final design, helping ensure these vehicles are accessible, comfortable and inclusive for all riders.

Upon arrival in Edmonton, the vehicle was offloaded and will undergo final assembly. Testing and commissioning will occur on the Valley Line Southeast tracks at a later time, with measures in place to ensure this does not impact existing passenger service.
For more information:
edmonton.ca/ValleyLineWest
Photos available upon request

Media contact:
Rowan Anderson
Communications Advisor
LRT Expansion and Renewal
780-496-5751

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Tada!


J_Gordo on SRC
https://edmonton.skyrisecities.com/forum...-of-edmonton.24534/page-585#post-2267718

[Harrison]

That LRV looks great!

[Coldrsx]

Valley Line West LRT: Phase 3 accelerated roadwork to begin
August 15, 2025

The intersection of Stony Plain Road at 142 Street reopened to traffic on Thursday, August 14. With that, the City and Marigold Infrastructure Partners (MIP) are heading into the third and final phase of the Valley Line West accelerated roadwork plan for 2025.

Phase 3: Stony Plain Road at 149 Street (temporary partial closure)
Starting on or around August 15, the intersection of Stony Plain Road at 149 Street will be partially closed to traffic for approximately nine weeks. Similar to already-completed intersection work, overnight work will be required. Stony Plain Road at 142 Street will operate at full north/south capacity while the 149 Street intersection undergoes construction. More information on traffic and pedestrian impacts at 149 Street, including a map, can be found in MIP’s construction bulletin.

During this work, ETS Route 7 will detour from stops on 149 Street between Stony Plain Road and 107 Avenue. This route will detour using 149 Street, Stony Plain Road, 142 Street and 107 Avenue.

Road signage is posted near the affected intersection, providing advance notice to the public, commuters and businesses about upcoming traffic impacts.

“We know this work is disruptive, and we appreciate everyone’s continued patience as we head into the final stretch of the accelerated roadwork plan for 2025,” said Brian Latte, Director, Valley Line West. “The City is pleased with MIP’s momentum through the first two phases and expects that to continue until the end of the 2025 construction season.”

"As we move into Phase 3 of the accelerated work, we’re pleased to share that we’ve opened another intersection on schedule,” said Brendon Unrau, Superintendent with Marigold Infrastructure Partners. “We recognize how impactful this has been to the local businesses and residents, and we appreciate their cooperation over the last few months. We’re also fortunate to have a talented workforce, whose dedication and skill have made it possible for us to meet our ambitious timelines.”

Phase 1 update
104 Avenue between 105 and 121 Streets continues to be reduced to one lane in each direction. Overnight work on 104 Avenue is scheduled to continue until the end of November. MIP is making every effort to mitigate noise and other disruptions during nighttime hours.

Phase 2 update
Work continues at 95 Avenue at 156 Street and crews are working 24/7 to reopen this intersection by early October.

The three-phased accelerated roadwork plan started in mid-April and is scheduled to continue until the end of November. The plan will reduce the overall duration of traffic restrictions by more than half, and take many of the roads into their final configuration by the end of 2025.

The City and MIP are committed to keeping Edmontonians informed on construction timelines. To receive key updates about traffic restrictions, sign up for the City’s newsletter by selecting “Valley Line West (Downtown to Lewis Farms).” Edmontonians can also sign up to receive public notices directly from MIP. Information on Valley Line West-related ETS bus detours or bus stop closures is available at edmonton.ca/transitservicechanges.

For more information:
edmonton.ca/valleylinewest
marigoldinfra.ca
edmonton.ca/busdetours

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