TB 163 - Metro Crenshaw/ LAX Construction Phase

Question 1

The metro Crenshaw/LAX line will extend from the existing metro expo line and will travel how many miles?

Answer 1

8.5 miles

Question 2

When is the extension from the expo line to the green line expected to be finished? (Began 2014)

Answer 2

2020

Question 3

When the extension from the expo line to the green line is finished it will be called what and is a light rail?

Answer 3

Metro Crenshaw line

Question 4

How many new stations will the extension have?

Answer 4

8 stations

Question 5

The tunnel boring machines are approximately how many feet long?

Answer 5

300 feet

Question 6

The tunnel boring machines can excavated how many feet per day?

Answer 6

70 feet

Question 7

Where are the 3 portals of entry located during the construction?

Answer 7

Exposition blvd to brynhurst ave (below grade)
59th place to 67th street (below grade)
Adjacent to LAX south runways (below grade partially covered trench)

Question 8

Entry portals are how many feet deep?

Answer 8

45 to 90 feet