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Calumet Tower (IN)

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Location

North Limit 145th St.
South Limit E Chicago Ave.
East Limit Euclid Ave.
West Limit Kennedy Ave.
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Daily Trains Affected

6 Amtrak

68 Metra

Communities Benefited:

  • East Chicago, IN

Benefits

Reduces the signal systems’ failure rate due to antiquated infrastructure. Increases reliability of train operations at key crossings throughout the region. Reduces Amtrak and Metra delay due to periodic signal failures, which require hand flagging of the interlocking.

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Scope of Work

Upgrading of signal systems at major at-grade railroad crossings.  May involve communication upgrades to enable remote operation.

Project Status

Phase I Completed
Phase II Completed
Phase III Completed
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Project Location Map

Project outlines and locations shown above are approximations and do not necessarily represent final design and construction limits.