Lone Hill Av to White Av Double-Track

Metro is adding a second mainline track between Lone Hill Avenue in San Dimas and White Avenue in La Verne to improve Metrolink service. The project upgrades crossings for safety and supports future Quiet Zones.

Aerial view of Lonehill Avenue to White Avenue Double-Track area.
Project Type
Rail
Current Phase
Design

Metro’s transit improvement plan includes adding a second mainline track along a 3.9-mile segment between Lone Hill Avenue in San Dimas and White Avenue in La Verne. The project also includes “Quiet Zone Ready” upgrades to roadways and sidewalks, new and upgraded track and pedestrian crossing equipment, and improvements to drainage and landscaping.

The second mainline track will allow opposing trains to operate on separate tracks, enhancing the flow of both Metrolink and Union Pacific trains while improving on-time performance and schedule reliability.

The existing railway, owned by Metro, is part of the San Gabriel Subdivision and serves both Metrolink commuter rail (approximately 38 trains daily) and Union Pacific Railroad freight service (up to four trains daily).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why build a second track?

A second track reduces delays, improves safety, and allows trains to pass each other, supporting future service growth and reliability.

Will more trains run?

Not immediately. The project enables future service increases as demand and funding allow.

What is a Quiet Zone?

A federally designated area where upgraded crossings reduce the need for train horns, improving quality of life for nearby communities.

How does this improve safety?

Double-tracking separates directions of travel and upgraded crossings improve safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers.

Will the track move closer to homes?

In some areas, yes — within Metro’s right-of-way, with noise mitigation and Quiet Zone readiness to minimize impacts.

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