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4 days ago
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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 This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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17-02-2025
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No rail service between San Diego and Oceanside this weekend
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — All passenger and freight trains will be out of service between San Diego and Oceanside this weekend, the North County Transit District announced Monday. On Saturday and Sunday, coastal rail service between San Diego and Oceanside will be suspended for routine railroad maintenance and infrastructure work. It applies to services operated by the NCTD COASTER, Amtrak Pacific Surfliner and BNSF Railway. Dozens of flights delayed at San Diego airport amid foggy conditions In addition, Metrolink arrivals and departures from the Oceanside Transit Center will also be suspended during this period. The projects being done this weekend are the following: Batiquitos Lagoon Double Track – Northern Encinitas to southern Carlsbad (during the daytime) Del Mar Bluffs Stabilization Phase 5 (24 hours) Track maintenance – southern Solana Beach (during the daytime) Track maintenance – Miramar area of San Diego (24 hours) Track maintenance – Ash Street, downtown San Diego (night work may be possible) The NCTD said although there will be no passenger or freight trains running to and from Oceanside, people should be mindful of test trains, construction vehicles and equipment that will be operating near the railroad and on the tracks. FAA firings begin weeks after deadly crash near DC Travelers are also encouraged to plan ahead and find other commute options, including the BREEZE Route 101 or San Diego Metropolitan Transit System trolley and bus connections, the district said. All services will return to normal Monday, Feb. 24. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
