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[KevinKorell]

Richmond, VA Times-Dispatch, 6/29/16:

Idea for train platform at Randolph-Macon College is designed to meet federal and Amtrak standards, DRPT says

An idea for an elevated train platform at Randolph-Macon College that is being reviewed as part of a larger high-speed rail study was designed to comply with federal and Amtrak guidelines, according to the state Department of Rail and Public Transportation.

Story here. Contrary to what the first sentence above says, they are not going to "elevate" the line through Ashland, but rather build a high level platform that conforms to ADA standards.

[KevinKorell]

 

 

Ashland, VA, Station Platform Update

Effective Fall/Winter 2020

 

Construction is underway to upgrade platforms at the Ashland station in order to make them compliant with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

 

The platforms and passenger loading areas will be raised, although a lift will still be required for passengers with mobility impairments to board the train. Additional lighting will be added to the east side of the platform.

 

Construction will be performed in two phases, updating the southern portion first and then the northern portion. The Visitor Center inside the train station will continue to be open and trains will continue to serve Ashland during construction.

 

Get more information and updates on parking throughout the project.

[KevinKorell]

Augusta Free Press, Waynesboro, VA, 6/7/22:

 

 

   Accessibility upgrades completed at Ashland Amtrak station  

 

 

A construction project to improve accessibility and safety at the Amtrak stop in Ashland has been completed. Amtrak and the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority are partners in bringing Amtrak Northeast Regional daily service to the station located in the town’s downtown at 112 N. Railroad Ave.

 

Update

[KevinKorell]

Richmond, VA Times-Dispatch,  6/14/22:
 

 

   Ashland and Amtrak celebrate ADA platform project completion    

 

 

The journey to and from Ashland just got a little easier for people with disabilities with the dedication of a new platform construction project that improves accessibility and safety at the Ashland Amtrak stop.

 

The story is here.