Tag Archives: Trains

Rail Safety Week 2011: Metro, MoDOT & Missouri Operation Lifesaver Work Together to Promote Light Rail Safety

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Courtney

Metro Transit, the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) and Missouri Operation Lifesaver are teaming up to raise awareness about light rail safety during Rail Safety Week in Missouri, April 25-29. Metro employees have been out all week at MetroLink stations … Continue reading →

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What Does A Million Miles Look Like?

Posted on November 12, 2010 by Courtney

To be specific, 1,250,758 miles.  This MetroLink train was the fifth set of light rail vehicles Metro, then known as Bi-State Development Agency, received in 1992.  The 1000 Series trains are still in active service. The train’s odometer does not … Continue reading →

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How It Works: The Sand Release Box

Posted on August 12, 2009 by Courtney

You’re standing on a MetroLink train, scanning the aisles for a seat.  Right behind you, next to the doors, is a waist-high metal box.  Hmmm…”Do Not Sit Here”?  But it’s conveniently seat shaped!  If you are standing there with a … Continue reading →

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