Project News
The KC Streetcar Riverfront Extension connects the Downtown Main Street starter-line to Kansas City’s Riverfront. The 0.7-mile extension begins at 3rd Street and Grand Boulevard in the River Market, crosses the existing Grand Boulevard Bridge, and ends near the midpoint of Berkley Riverfront — about a 5-minute walk to the KC Current stadium. When this streetcar extension is complete, the entire KC Streetcar system, which includes the Main Street Extension, will stretch nearly 6.5 miles, connecting the University of Kansas City – Missouri (UMKC) to Berkley Riverfront Park.
Incoming: Wires! Stay Alert, Stay Safe
With all of the Overhead Catenary System (OCS) poles now installed, crews have shifted their focus to attaching the supporting arms and brackets. These components will soon hold the high-voltage wires that power the KC Streetcar.
What’s Next for the KC Streetcar Riverfront Extension?
Progress continues on the KC Streetcar Riverfront Extension, and we’re excited to share the next steps as we move closer to bringing streetcar service to the riverfront.
KC Streetcar Riverfront Extension marks 100 percent track completion and reopens bridge ahead of schedule
Rolling right along on the Riverfront! Just 14 months after breaking ground, the KC Streetcar...
KC Streetcar Riverfront Extension 100% Track Community Celebration
Join the KC Streetcar Riverfront Extension team in celebrating the completion of track construction on the extension! This is an open house style community celebration (no formal remarks).
Meet the Team: Delta Railroad
Delta Railroad is a crucial partner to the KC Streetcar Riverfront Extension team, providing expert rail construction services. Read more about this team and their role on the project!
KC Streetcar Track Improvements for a Smoother Ride
Updates and adjustments are a key part of maintaining fast and efficient streetcar operations with the expanded route. As part of the Riverfront Extension, the team will install six new track switches. Check out this blog to learn more about the types of track switches used on the project!
Upcoming Construction on the KC Streetcar Riverfront Extension
Beginning Monday, January 20, the KC Streetcar Riverfront Extension team will begin work that includes significant impacts to downtown streetcar service and River Market road and bridge closures.
The following schedule is subject to change, weather and unforeseen circumstances permitting. This work includes installing rail switches, building needed for the extension, connecting the new system to the existing streetcar, and building the new platform at 3rd Street and Grand Boulevard.
Meet the Team: RS Electric/WITEC Joint Venture
A joint venture of RS Electric and WITEC Electrical Contractors directs the electrical work for KC Streetcar Riverfront Extension.
This partnership combines RS Electric’s in-depth knowledge of the KC Streetcar system with WITEC’s expertise in signals and street lighting. Approximately 25 field and office members are dedicated to the Riverfront Extension project.
Grand Boulevard Bridge Reopened November 1, 2024!
The Grand Boulevard Bridge officially reopened on Friday, November 1! Check out some of the work completed during the closure here.