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Durham Orange ROMF Railyard

Durham Orange ROMF Railyard

What’s the ROMF? (Durham Orange Light Rail Maintenance Facility) Go Triangle, a NC state-authorized agency, plans to put a 24-acre rail yard only 350 yards from a local elementary school, less than 50 yards from a senior community, and in close proximity to a number of established family neighborhoods in southwest Durham. Construction could begin […]

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Is There An “At-Grade” Crossing Near You?

Is There An “At-Grade” Crossing Near You?

An “at-grade” crossing is one where a train crosses a street on the same level as the street — as opposed to crossing via a bridge over the street or through a tunnel under the street. Each such crossing contains a barrier that come up and down and rings a loud bell.  Traffic will be […]

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How Will the DOLRT Affect You?

How Will the DOLRT Affect You?

The proposal for the Durham-Orange Light Rail (DOLRT) was intended to improve transit connections with our neighbors at an affordable cost. This site examines what the light rail project will mean to you.  How does this plan impact county budgets, neighborhoods, traffic, environment, and safety? How will projected costs of this project impact funding for future public transportation options? This website serves to educate the public just as critical funding decisions are made in 2019. Your voice counts! Educate yourself and speak up before it’s too late!

Quick Facts: What Everyone Should Know About the Impacts of this Plan

• Quick Overview of Pros and Cons
• Latest Project Costs
• Routes
• Neighborhoods
• Traffic
• Environment
• Other Transportation Options
• Safety
• Noise Pollution
• Economic Development
• The Future of Light Rail
• The Latest from GoTriangle

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