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Re: Rehash: Progress on Crowning Stampede Pass Tunnel
Author: redlynx
Date: 10-26-2007 - 08:10
A couple of thoughts: How much more would a completely new bore cost? How much longer is the time frame? As I recall, the "ruling grade" is actually east of Easton and both the MILW and NP had 2.2% between Cle Elum and Easton.
Also, remember that there are some other factors, such as capacity on the Lakeside between Pasco and Spokane, and signaling. But, maybe, once everyone is done playing politics, they actually will do something.
If the old MILW east of E'burg is ever rebuilt,the segment between E'burg and Othello will be mountain rules and grades, albeit shorter with less total curvature than going to Pasco.
Also, remember that there are some other factors, such as capacity on the Lakeside between Pasco and Spokane, and signaling. But, maybe, once everyone is done playing politics, they actually will do something.
If the old MILW east of E'burg is ever rebuilt,the segment between E'burg and Othello will be mountain rules and grades, albeit shorter with less total curvature than going to Pasco.
