BART has delayed track shutdowns between multiple stations that were originally planned for two weekends in October and November.
In a statement Tuesday, BART said the track shutdowns between the Rockridge, MacArthur, and 19th Street stations in Oakland will be conducted next year instead.
“The postponement will allow BART to focus on other priorities to improve reliability and limit future disruptions. We also continue to evaluate lessons learned from the first shutdown weekend in June, as we plan to adjust our approach and execution. BART’s goal remains to minimize short term impacts on riders by maximizing work efficiency,” the transit agency said.
“Temporary shutdowns create a safe workspace for track crews while providing a massive boost in productivity thanks to uninterrupted 24/7 work. This project will benefit riders for decades to come by improving the reliability of the core of BART,” the agency added.
According to BART, the rebuilding work will be on 18 non-consecutive weekends over the next three years starting in 2025.
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