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VPRA updates: third track work advancing, bypass hit by pipeline delay and Richmond layover seeks gap funding

Virginia Passenger Rail Authority Finance and Audit Committee · April 30, 2026
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Summary

VPRA project leads told the finance committee that Franconia–Lorton third‑track design is complete and CSX will lead construction, the Franconia–Springfield bypass faces roughly a 10‑month delay tied to a Kinder Morgan pipeline relocation, and the Richmond level‑2 layover has a roughly $76 million price tag with partial grant commitments.

VPRA project directors briefed the Finance and Audit Committee on a set of capital projects across Northern Virginia and Richmond, reporting that some projects are moving into construction while others remain in design and will see budget adjustments as field work and contractor pricing are confirmed.

Jeff Calcare, director of Northern Virginia projects, said the Franconia–Lorton third‑track project has reached 100% design, right‑of‑way acquisition is underway and CSX — which led design — will…

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