Metra infrastructure improvements

If you've been on Metra in recent weeks, you've probably noticed construction in several locations. There's a lot of work happening. They posted a summary of their 2025 construction plans.  They've already completed replacement of the 101st St. grade crossing, which is a VERY welcome update.

Here's a list of projects on the Rock Island line.

Stations:

Auburn Park, Chicago – Ongoing construction of new infill station at 79th St.
103rd Street/Washington Heights – ADA and state of good repair improvements
Blue Island Vermont Street – ADA and state of good repair improvements

95th Street, Chicago (Beverly Branch) – Beautification landscape work
99th Street, Chicago (Beverly Branch) – ADA and state of good repair improvements
103rd Street, Chicago (Beverly Branch) – Beautification landscape work
111th Street/Morgan Park, Chicago (Beverly Branch) – ADA and state of good repair improvements
115th Street/Morgan Park, Chicago (Beverly Branch) – Rehab of station platforms and parking areas and new shelters

Bridges:

Morgan Street, Chicago – Completion of project to replace Morgan Street Bridge
55th Street to 60th Street, Chicago – Retaining wall repairs/replacement

Signal and communiucations:

Chicago –  Retire 16th Street Tower and install new control point
Chicago – Install new signal microprocessor at LaSalle Street Station
Various locations – Install fiber optic connections at signal bungalows