Re: TrainNews eBart: BART gauge origin?
Author: Scott Schiechl
Date: 12-31-2013 - 15:38
The "freight trains on BART" theory is not an urban legend. During the planning phase a number of communities along the proposed ROW expressed concern at possible night time noise. Since BART was not planned as a 24-hour operation the down time was seen by some as a window for freights. The 5'6" gauge while primarily for stability also served to satisfy many neighbors.