Extending Seattle's Rails to Everett: Big Plans Ahead
Published Date: 7/29/2025
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Summary
Sound Transit and the Federal Transit Administration are planning to extend the Link light rail 16 miles from Lynnwood to Everett in Snohomish County, making it easier for people to get around. They’ll also build a new facility to keep the trains running smoothly. This big project is just getting started with an environmental review, so stay tuned for updates and timelines!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
16‑Mile Light Rail Extension
The Federal Transit Administration and Sound Transit intend to prepare an environmental impact statement to extend Link light rail 16 miles from the Lynnwood City Center Station to the Everett Station area in Snohomish County, Washington. The extension is intended to improve connections to the regional transit system and major activity centers.
New Rail Operations Facility Planned
The Project includes construction of a new light rail operations and maintenance facility (OMF) in Snohomish County to support the regional Link light rail program, including the Everett Link Extension (EVLE). The FTA and Sound Transit intend to include this facility in the environmental impact statement prepared under NEPA.
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