Factsheets

Connecting CaliforniaPDF Document

Connecting California Factsheet coverPDF DocumentThis is a quick snapshot of the overall program and how it will transform mobility, spur economic growth, create a cleaner environment, and preserve agricultural lands and natural habitats.

 

 

 

High-Speed, High-Capacity TransportationPDF Document

Capacity Analysis CoverPDF DocumentDespite planned investments in airports and highways, California is facing a transportation capacity crisis. To keep pace, California must expand its transportation capacity to improve mobility.

 

 

 

Designing Train InteriorsPDF Document

PDF DocumentIn preparation for the procurement of the initial trainsets, California High-Speed Rail is developing concepts for the layout and interiors of the cars that will shape an iconic design and set new standards for rail travel on the first true American high-speed train service.

 

 

 

 

Safety FactsheetPDF Document

Safety Factsheet thumbnailPDF DocumentThe California High-Speed Rail Authority is committed to safety on trains and surrounding train lines. Learn more about the measures being taken to protect you.

 

 

 

 

High-Speed Rail: An International Success StoryPDF Document

cover of international success story factsheetPDF DocumentHigh-speed rail may be new to the United States and California, but countries around the world have been building thousands of miles of high-speed rail for years, and many more countries plan to join them.

Northern California at a GlancePDF Document

Norcal at a glance coverPDF DocumentHigh-speed rail will provide clean, modern transportation for the millions of Northern California residents and will help tie the state’s economies together like never before.

Central Valley at a GlancePDF Document

Central Valley ThumbnailPDF DocumentHigh-speed rail is already happening in the Central Valley, with construction now spanning 119 miles across Madera, Fresno, Kings, Tulare and Kern counties.

 

 

 

Merced to Bakersfield Line: Connecting the Central Valley to CaliforniaPDF Document

Thumbnail image of the first page of the Merced to Bakersfield Line factsheetPDF DocumentThe electrified high-speed rail line between Merced and Bakersfield is the first building block of the statewide system. This 171-mile line will offer the nation’s first true electrified high-speed rail service.

Southern California at a GlancePDF Document

SoCal ThumbnailPDF DocumentThe Authority continues its work in partnership with agencies, corridor cities, interested stakeholders and the public to bring the nation’s first high-speed rail to Southern California.

 

 

Caltrans Y El Tren De Alta Velocidad: Construyendo Al FuturoPDF Document

PDF DocumentEn asociación con Caltrans y la Fundación de Los Angeles Railroad Heritage, instalamos una nueva exhibición que cuenta la historia del pasado, presente y futuro de los viajes en tren en California. La instalación está ubicada en Philippe The Original, el emblemático restaurante de Los Ángeles fundado en 1908.

For information on grants awarded to the Authority and pending federal grant applications, visit our Federal Grants webpage.

The Economic Impact of California High-Speed RailPDF Document

PDF DocumentA look at how investment in the nation’s first high-speed rail system has created jobs and generated economic activity in numerous ways.

 

 

 

 

 

High-Speed Rail: Creating JobsPDF Document

Jobs factsheet thumbnailPDF DocumentCalifornia’s high-speed rail program is putting people to work. The number of employment opportunities continues to increase as the program expands.

 

 

 

Building a Sustainable FuturePDF Document

Sustainability Factsheet thumbnailPDF DocumentCalifornia’s policies set a national tone on environmental issues. The goal is to deliver the greenest infrastructure project in the nation, both in construction and operations, and to honor California’s culture of environmental stewardship.

 

 

 

Student Leadership in High-Speed Rail TransportationPDF Document

I Will Ride factsheet thumbnailPDF DocumentI Will Ride is a student outreach program at the California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority) dedicated to connecting students to information and career opportunities on the nation’s first high-speed rail system currently under construction.

Helping Small Businesses GrowPDF Document

Small Business factsheet thumbnailPDF DocumentMore about the Authority’s Small Business Program and how to get involved.

 

 

 

 

 

Connect HSRPDF Document

Free Online Vendor Registry Cover SheetPDF DocumentHow to get registered and stay connected.

 

 

 

 

 

HSR 101: CertificationPDF Document

HSR 101: Certification factsheet coverPDF DocumentA summary of the Authority’s Small and Disadvantaged Business Program and the certification process.

 

 

 

 

 

HSR 102: Prepare to BidPDF Document

HSR 102: Prepare to Bid factsheet coverPDF DocumentA helpful guide to assist in a bidding process.

 

 

 

 

 

HSR 103: Won the BidPDF Document

HSR 103: Won the Bid facstheet coverPDF DocumentA summary of what to do before you sign the contract/agreement.

 

 

 

 

 

HSR 104: Post AwardPDF Document

HSR 104: Post Award factsheet coverPDF DocumentA summary of what to do after you sign the contract/agreement.

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