Brightline West launched field investigation work this week in Southern California in anticipation of a groundbreaking of its high-speed rail system between Las Vegas and Rancho Cucamonga.
The fieldwork, for the proposed rail corridor within the Interstate 15 right-of-way, will advance the final stages of design in preparation for a groundbreaking, Brightline West told the Daily Press.
Field work also began earlier this month in Nevada for what Brightline West officials call “America’s first true high-speed rail system.”
Field investigation work includes geotechnical borings and samplings, utility potholing and land surveying.
Work took place primarily during daytime hours, with some work at night to minimize disruption to traffic. In some instances, short-term closures of freeway shoulders were required.
All work was conducted in compliance with applicable environmental regulations. The work was done in coordination with Caltrans.
Field investigation work in California includes:
- I-15 from Primm to Nipton Road. Borings in the center median.
- I-15 from Mountain Pass to Minneola Road. Borings in the center median at major interchanges and wash bridge locations
- I-15 from Yermo to I-15/Hwy 58. Borings in the center median and southbound exterior shoulders.