A momentous project.
This is one of the largest transit projects in the U.S. and unlike any in Austin’s history. It’s going to revolutionize how we get around, but it’s not going to happen overnight. Integrating a world-class light rail system into our existing infrastructure will be a long and complex process. Learn more about the major steps of the process and see the latest updates below.
The Steps
1.
Approved & Established
2020 – 2021
Project was approved by Austin voters.
ATP was formed to implement the light rail and assembled a team of transit experts.
2.
Defining Scope & Goals
2022 – 2023
Conducted a community-driven process to determine the project goals and formalize the Light Rail Implementation Plan.
3.
Planning, Design & Environmental Review
2023 – 2025
Completed preliminary design and engineering, environmental review, delivery planning, and key steps to fulfill federal funding requirements.
4.
Engineering, Permitting & Preconstruction
2026 – 2027
ATP is currently working on detailed designs, preconstruction planning, and field investigations while advancing federal funding requirements and local permitting.
5.
Construction & Testing
2027 – 2033
Utilities will be relocated, a bridge across Ladybird Lake will be constructed, and streetscapes will be rebuilt to include light rail tracks, stations, vehicle lanes, and shaded pedestrian and bike paths. Trains will be manufactured, delivered, and tested.
6.
Open for Service
2033
Austin’s light rail will officially open with 9.8
miles of track, stretching from 38th on Guadelupe, through downtown to South Congress and East Riverside.
Schedule is for planning purposes, and final dates are contingent on contractor input and federal funding process.
Updates
See what’s
coming up.
