Project Overview
Amtrak has initiated a significant infrastructure upgrade with the award of a construction contract to Herzog Contracting Corporation for a new Heavy Maintenance Facility at Philadelphia’s Penn Coach Yard. This development represents the first of six major maintenance facilities planned nationwide.
Strategic Implementation
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Service Coverage | Northeast Corridor |
| Annual Ridership | 12+ million |
| Project Timeline | 2024 start |
| Investment Source | IIJA funding |
| Service Focus | Acela & Regional |
| Facility Type | Heavy Maintenance |
National Infrastructure Program
| Location | Development Stage |
|---|---|
| Philadelphia | Contract awarded |
| Seattle | Procurement phase |
| Washington DC | Planning stage |
| New York City | Design phase |
| Boston | Initial planning |
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