The Fredericksburg Metropolitan Area Planning Organization is educating residents about a major project to expand rail capacity in Fredericksburg and Stafford County by adding a third railroad track. The project involves replacing several bridges, including the Leeland Road Bridge, to accommodate the new track, which will affect local traffic.
Ian Ollis, the organization's director, explained the scope of the project. "It's one main project that seeks to replace a bridge over the rail line. The reason for that is the need to put a third rail track from Union Station in D.C. down to our region," Ollis said.
Virginia has purchased 50% of the rail right-of-way, particularly the eastern half, where most stations are located. The third track will be constructed in sections, tying in with the new Long Bridge over the Potomac River. Ollis detailed the project’s progress, noting that it will be built in pieces through Stafford County toward Quantico.
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