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Train testing December 8, 15, 16 on Lakewood tracks adjacent to I-5

December 6, 2018 By Sound Transit

Testing of Amtrak trains will occur on Saturday, Dec. 8, and Saturday-Sunday, Dec. 15-16 on railroad tracks between Tacoma, Lakewood, Joint Base Lewis McChord and DuPont. These train trips are part of the ongoing preparation for the return of Amtrak service to the Point Defiance Bypass in spring 2019.

Trains will be tested during day and nighttime hours at speeds up to 79 mph. Freight and passenger service is also active on the corridor. Please be mindful of potential train activity and remain clear of the tracks at all times. Signals should be obeyed at all train crossings.

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  1. William Marsh says

    December 7, 2018 at 12:05 pm

    79 mph, that’s a tall number for any type of transportation that takes forever to slow down. I saw this train going down by Salmon Beach heading South last summer, it was Flying down those tracks, I just can’t see the benefit of that speed when passenger’s are walking from there seats on this train traveling down those old tracks and rail ties? Earthquake’s that could happen on a long stretch, what safety controls are in place for that? EU fast trains have concrete ties, train cars and front drive engine are underclamped to the rail’s, no chance of falling off, and dynamic braking!! Some of these Fast trains lean into the corners, better suited for these speeds. I just hope everyone does this safer, all the time, get your ticket for the last car!

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