SEPTA is pausing work on its King of Prussia Rail project that would connect Center City, University City and King of Prussia, due to rising costs.
The estimate for the cost of KOP Rail project currently stands at $3.02 billion. Every year the KOP Rail project is delayed, the cost of the project increases approximately $100 million. With inflation and interest rates rising, that number will continue to rise.
“We are disappointed. King of Prussia Rail would have delivered real benefits to our city and region by providing reliable public transportation connecting our three largest employment hubs in Center City, University City, and King of Prussia. It would have eased congestion on area roadways and reduced air pollution,” Richards said.
SEPTA’s KOP Rail project would extend the existing Norristown High Speed Line four miles into KOP, providing a high-speed, “one-seat” ride from any station along the NHSL, including the 69th Street Transportation Center in Upper Darby and the Norristown Transportation Center in Norristown. Further, Richards said this process highlights the critical need for transit funding at the state and local levels.
The Authority will provide details on how funds allocated for KOP Rail will be used when the proposed capital budget and long-term program is released in April.
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