The ettrick project will (1) design and construct a new platform and canopy with relatedsitework and amenities to comply with ADA requirements (2) provide improvements to thestation building to…

The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority received a $11,500,000 Project Grant award from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) under the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) program. The grant will fund the Ettrick Project, which includes: (1) designing and constructing a new ADA-compliant platform and canopy; (2) providing improvements to the station building to address ADA non-compliance; (3) modifying the existing parking lot to increase capacity, improve circulation, and add ADA-compliant spaces; and (4) designing and constructing stormwater management infrastructure to comply with state standards. This project aims to enhance passenger rail infrastructure and accessibility at the Ettrick station in Virginia. The grant has an award date of September 1, 2024 and an ultimate completion date of March 31, 2027.

The ettrick project will (1) design and construct a new platform and canopy with relatedsitework and amenities to comply with ADA requirements (2) provide improvements to thestation building to correct ADA non-compliant items identified by amtrak (3) modify theexisting parking lot to increase capacity and improve circulation and durability of the parkinglot, including new lighting, signage, pavement markings, and at least two ADA compliantspaces and (4) design and construct stormwater management infrastructure, as required tocomply with virginia state quality and quantity standards. The stormwater collection systemwill be connected to an existing municipal stormwater system on east river road, which maybe accessed through public or private right-of-way.