In total, the project will include the replacement of approximately 7.7 miles of rail and approximately 90,000 cross ties, as well as improvements to more than 130 road crossings.
“KCS, through its U.S. and Mexican subsidiaries, continues to invest in capital projects to expand network capacity, keep maintenance in a regular and healthy cycle, and enhance the safety of our operation,” said President and Chief Executive Patrick J. Ottensmeyer. “These investments also help us be an economic growth partner to our customers and the communities through which we operate.”