Oakland Coliseum Intercity Train Station and Track Project
Summary
SCH Number
2003038163
Public Agency
Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority
Document Title
Oakland Coliseum Intercity Train Station and Track Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
3/12/2003
Document Description
The Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority (CCJPA) is working with Amtrak, UPRR, and the City of Oakland to add a new passenger rail station and associated track infrastructure at the Oakland Coliseum site, at the end of 73rd Avenue. This project consisting of mostly track and minor station platform construction falls entirely within the UPRR right of way. The improvements include a station siding track, additional track infrastructure, newly bridged track crossings of two waterways, a new 600' passenger rail platform, and other passenger rail station amenities. Required resource agency permits are required for the waterway crossings.
Contact Information
Name
Jim Allison
Agency Name
Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Oakland
Counties
Alameda
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
sec. 15275
Reasons for Exemption
The institution or increase of passenger or commuter service on rail lines or high-occupancy vehicle lanes already in use, including the modernization of existing stations and parking facilities.
Disclaimer: The document was originally posted before CEQAnet had the capability to host attachments for the public. To obtain the original attachments for this document, please contact the lead agency at the contact information listed above. You may also contact the OPR via email at state.clearinghouse@opr.ca.gov or via phone at (916) 445-0613.