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Chicago Region Environmental and Transportation Efficiency (CREATE) Program is a first-of-its-kind partnership between the U.S. DOT, State of Illinois, Cook County, City of Chicago, Metra, Amtrak and the nation’s freight railroads. A project of national significance, CREATE will invest billions in critically needed improvements to increase the efficiency of the region’s passenger and freight rail infrastructure and enhance the quality of life for Chicago-area residents.
across the Chicago region
of national and regional significance
generated in economic benefits
estimated job years created
- Rail Benefits
- Roadway Benefits
- Rail Benefits
Economic Growth
Fewer Delays
Reduced delay to passenger and freight trains
Cost Savings
Reduced Shipping costs may be passed on to customers
- Roadway Benefits
Fewer Delays
Sustainability
Reduced Congestion
Testimonials / Success Story


Recent News
CSX Selects Construction Manager for the Forest Hill Flyover (P3) and 71st Street Grade Separation (GS19)
The CREATE partners are pleased to announce that CSX has selected TranSystems and a team …
Completion of Franklin Park CREATE B1 Project Will Reduce Delays to Metra and Freight Trains
Metra and Canadian Pacific, along with the CREATE partners, are pleased to announce the completion …