Photo of the D line on the track in downtown Denver and a cyclist riding their bike next to the train.

Light Rail Maintenance and Repairs

UPDATE: March 14, 2025

All light rail trains destined for Denver Union Station and the Downtown Loop have resumed normal operating speeds.
24 of the 29 speed restrictions implemented last year have been fully lifted.
The remaining five temporary speed restrictions are impacting outbound/southbound light rail trains.

During a three-day extended maintenance window on March 11-13, crews were able to complete track surfacing work between Yale Station and Southmoor Station. Additional work is needed along this southbound section of the E and H lines before the last remaining speed restriction can be fully lifted.

Maintenance and Repairs

Preventative maintenance and isolated track repairs are underway across RTD's light rail system. As repairs are made, speed restrictions will continue to be lifted. The resumption of normal train speeds is dependent on how quickly repairs are made to the isolated sections of track.

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Speed Restrictions

Light rail speed restrictions are in place for D, E, H, and R line trains traveling along the Southeast Corridor. The 10 mile-per-hour speed restrictions were implemented on June 4, 2024 and will be in place until crews complete the necessary preventative maintenance. As repairs are made to isolated sections of track, speed restrictions will continue to be lifted.

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Light Rail Inspections

RTD conducts regular inspections of its entire light rail system. The intent of inspections is to identify preventive maintenance that may need to be addressed in the near-term or future. This proactive approach allows the agency to ensure all rail assets are in a state of good repair.

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