California's population is growing rapidly and unless we find new transportation solutions, traffic will only get worse and airport delays will continue to increase, hindering the economy and eroding California's quality of life. To serve the same number of travelers as the high-speed train system, California would have to build nearly 3,000 lane-miles of freeway plus five airport runways and 90 departure gates by 2020, at a cost of at least twice that of the high-speed train system, and with much greater environmental impacts. What's more, the proposed high-speed train system will provide lower passenger costs than for travel by air for the same city-to-city markets.
The Los Angeles to Anaheim section will be part of the first phase of the 800-mile high-speed train project. In addition to a dedicated and shared track options, the California High-Speed Rail Authority is looking at a phased approach for the Los Angeles to Anaheim section which has the potential to bring service sooner than otherwise. A phased approach may create early investment opportunities and enhancements in mobility and safety for the region.
During local construction, an estimated 92,000 full-time jobs will be created in Orange County; and, upon completion, thousands of permanent jobs will remain statewide.
It is estimated that by 2020, the system will contribute $103 million per year in tax revenues for Orange County, and $348 million per year in tax revenues for Los Angeles County.
| Fall/Winter 2012 | Draft Environmental Impact Report/Statement Scheduled for Release |
| 2020 | Operations Between Los Angeles / Anaheim and the Bay Area are Anticipated to Begin |
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