Has the Monorail Era Arrived in Los Angeles?
As designed, the elevated line will run on support columns in the median of the Ventura Freeway, with stations located 20 to 30 feet above the road. The plan is sometimes referred to as a monorail, conjuring the image of Disneyland’s futuristic system, but no decision has yet been made on what form of rail will be built. MAIN STORY, A1
Ventura Freeway Elevated Rail Length: 16 miles Route: From Universal City to Warner Center Column width: 4 feet or 6 feet in diameter, up from previously recommended 2 feet, 4 inches. Column to be 4 feet or 6 feet in diameter
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