Types of Rail
The Passenger Rail Study between Tucson and Phoenix is looking to connect the two largest metropolitan areas in Arizona and provide intercity/commuter rail transit. Rail in Arizona is growing. The light rail system in Maricopa County started operating in 2008 and the Modern Street Car in Tucson is set to open in 2014. Arizona continues to study and develop future rail in Arizona.
What is the difference between different types of rail?
Passenger rail can shape a community. The studies below help answer a few questions: How can we better design various transportation modes to function together, creating a fully integrated and more intelligent system of transportation? Is it important that we find alternative fuel courses and reduce energy consumption for transportation?
Additionally, how can passenger rail shape communities, enhance economic vitality and improve the quality of life? What kind of systems are operating in the Western United States? Part of this study includes the development of station area planning guidelines that would be made available to surrounding communities.