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Release #: nr11-04
Release Date: November 9, 2007

The following construction and highway closure activity will be in effect as indicated, weather and conditions permitting.

San Jose, Calif. – Beginning on Thursday, November 15, the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) will begin light rail track rehabilitation throughout the system by way of grinding and profiling the tracks to provide a smoother surface for vehicles to operate.   Over time, tracks experience wear and tear due to constant interaction with light rail vehicle wheels.  This rehabilitation effort extends the useful life of both the track system and light rail vehicle wheels, and serves to considerably reduce the noise level (squealing, squeaking and crunching sounds) of the operating system. 

Crews will be grinding the rail during the dates and times indicated below, weather and conditions permitting. The grinding of rail will cause significant noise.

For the safety of the public and construction workers, traffic control measures will be used when needed. Informational and warning signs will be posted as necessary to ensure everyone’s safety. Construction crews will make every effort to maintain access and minimize inconvenience to motorists.

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For the safety of the public and construction workers, traffic control measures will be used when needed. Informational and warning signs will be posted as necessary to ensure everyone's safety. Construction crews will make every effort to maintain access and minimize inconvenience to motorists.

About VTA
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is an independent special district responsible for bus, light rail and paratransit operations; congestion management; specific highway improvement projects; and countywide transportation planning. As such, VTA is both an accessible transit provider and multi-modal transportation planning organization involved with transit, highways and roadways, bikeways and pedestrian facilities.

For more information about VTA projects, call VTA Community Outreach at (408) 321-7575 or (TDD only) (408) 321-2330. You can also log on to www.vta.org.

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