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D Branch Track Upgrades 100% Complete

Updated on November 1, 2022

On Friday, October 28, we completed work on the 27-day D Branch full access closure two days ahead of schedule. This project improved safety and reliability for Green Line riders while minimizing disruption.

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What We've Accomplished

an infographic showing 112% track replacement (6760/6000 feet of track), 100% GLTPS equipment installed, and 100% pedestrian crossings (six upgraded crossings) all finished two days ahead of schedule

In these 25 days, our crews completed the following:

  • Installed Green Line Train Protection System components along the entire D Branch
  • Renewed over 6,700 feet of track at Woodland, Waban, and Eliot stations
  • Upgraded six pedestrian track crossings

We also worked with other departments during the closures to make additional improvements for safety, reliability, and enhanced rider experience. Additional work included:

  • Signal upgrades
  • Track repairs
  • Station improvements
  • Vegetation removal
  • Carlton Street footbridge rehabilitation
  • Catenary repairs
  • Bridge and tunnel inspections
  • Security camera installation

Contact Us

For questions and comments related to Green Line track upgrades, please email the Green Line Transformation team at GLT@mbta.com.

Building a Better T

As part of our $9.6 billion, 5-year capital investment plan, we're renovating stations, modernizing fare collection systems, upgrading services for our buses, subways, and ferries, and improving the accessibility of the entire system.

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Building a Better T

As part of our $9.6 billion, 5-year capital investment plan, we're renovating stations, modernizing fare collection systems, upgrading services for our buses, subways, and ferries, and improving the accessibility of the entire system.

Learn more

Related Projects

View all projects