DC: Metro seeks public input on proposed construction of a Metrorail Heavy Repair and Overhaul Facility
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority is considering construction of a new Metrorail Heavy Repair and Overhaul Facility to provide additional railcar maintenance capacity and accommodate the increase in demand for additional track maintenance and associated equipment.
The 37-acre proposed site in Landover, Maryland consists of several properties with active light industrial uses and is bounded by Pennsy Drive, Ardwick-Ardmore Road, Veterans Parkway (MD 410) and the Metrorail Orange Line. The facility would connect to the Orange Line between Landover and New Carrollton and include:
- Heavy repair and overhaul service bays to accommodate up to 40 rail cars
- Vehicle storage tracks to accommodate up to 24 rail cars
- Traction power substation
- Operations and administrative offices
The public is encouraged to provide comments on the proposed construction of the facility online or in person by 5:00 p.m., Thursday, March 28, 2019.
- Take the online survey
- Attend the Open House at 6:30 p.m. and Public Hearing at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, March 18, 2019 at Fortis College, 351 Garden City Drive, Landover, MD 20785.
Public feedback will be provided to the WMATA Board of Directors in May 2019 for approval. If approved, property acquisition would be necessary for the construction of this facility.
Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, gender, religion, disability or family status. The locations of all public hearings are wheelchair accessible. If you require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or interpretation services (free of charge), contact the project team at 202-962-2511 (TTY: 202-962-2033) as soon as possible prior to the public hearing date.
