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Yahoo
07-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Emergency stabilization work underway on retaining wall along train tracks in Bay Ho
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Emergency repairs are now underway in Bay Ho after structural concerns were identified along a retaining wall adjacent to a major rail corridor, officials with the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) announced this week. The retaining wall, located near the 4800 block of Santa Fe Street, was constructed as part of the Elvira to Morena Double Track project, which was completed in 2020 to improve efficiency along the Los Angeles-San Diego-San Luis Obispo (LOSSAN) rail corridor — one of the busiest passenger rail lines in the country. RELATED: Los Angeles to San Diego by train is about to get easier According to SANDAG, the need for emergency stabilization work became clear following routine maintenance conducted by North County Transit District. That inspection raised concerns about potential ground settlement near the 2,600-foot wall. Further geotechnical analysis in May 2025 revealed that approximately 300 feet of the structure requires immediate attention. 'SANDAG's top priority is the safety and operational integrity of the railway line,' the agency said in a press release. 'Safety measures are in place, and daily monitoring of the retaining wall is being conducted.' Crews are now working to stabilize the affected section of the wall. While officials have not reported any immediate threat to the public or train operations, a full analysis is underway to determine the cause and extent of the wall's movement. The emergency repairs are expected to cost approximately $15.5 million and will be covered by SANDAG's capital reserve fund. Updates on the project will be shared during upcoming SANDAG board meetings. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Community feedback needed on LOSSAN rail realignment plans
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — SANDAG has proposed four alternatives for relocating train tracks from the eroding cliffs of Del Mar, and public feedback will be open for nearly two months. The cliffs of Del Mar are eroding at an average rate of six inches per year, posing a risk to the train tracks currently situated on the edge. SANDAG's proposed solutions for relocating the San Diego Los Angeles-San Diego-San Luis Obispo (LOSSAN) rail in that area includes three tunnel options under Del Mar and one option to reinforce and double-track the current cliffside location. The Mayor and city council of Del Mar have expressed opposition to the current options and have suggested a different location not included in SANDAG's proposals. The Pink, Blue, and Yellow Line options involve constructing tunnels at various locations under Del Mar, aiming to move the tracks away from the unstable cliffs. These options are part of SANDAG's efforts to address the erosion issue. The Green Line option proposes reinforcing the existing tracks on the cliffs by double tracking them, despite the ongoing erosion. SANDAG has also included a 'no build' option, which would leave the tracks in their current location without any modifications. On Feb. 28, 2025, the SANDAG moved forward with proposed project goals, objectives, and alternative alignments, including a no build alternative, into environmental document process. An updated NOP of a Draft Environmental Impact Report was released in May, starting a 45-day scoping period to collect feedback. As SANDAG continues to plan for the preparation of a Draft Environmental Impact Report for the San Diego LOSSAN Rail Realignment project, they are asking the community to read the notice and share your comments by June 30, 2025. A public scoping meeting will be held at The Sound at the Del Mar Fairgrounds on May 29 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. for project updates and to allow the public to provide comments on the scope and content of the Draft Environmental Impact Report. Public input will be taken at the meeting and can be provided in person, or in writing via letter, email, or online. Written comments on the scope of the EIR should be sent: Via mail to SANDAG, 1011 Union Street, Suite 400, San Diego, CA 92101, ATTN: LOSSAN Comments Via email to lossancomments@ with subject line 'SDLRR Project NOP' Online at Due to the time limits mandated by state law, responses must be sent at the earliest possible date, but no later than June 30, 2025. Public feedback is open for 45 days so residents and stakeholders can voice their opinions on the proposed alternatives. For more information on this project, the scoping period, or the environmental process, visit Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
