The Commuter Rail Facility (CRMF) sits on 30 acres and is 230,000 square feet. Approximately 240 mechanics, operators and other staff will work out of this state-of-the-art, LEED Gold-certified building. Sustainable features of the CRMF include efficient mechanics and lights for energy savings, water-efficient plumbing fixtures for reduction in water usage and specially designed windows that prevent thermal transfer.
[Photos] Denver RTD's commuter rail maintenance facility
RTD’s commuter rail vehicles are heavier than light rail vehicles, but operate in a similar way. The vehicle is powered by an overhead electrical system and each vehicle is equipped with traction motors. These vehicles are designed to move at faster speeds, travel longer distances, and have fewer stops. Commuter rail vehicles will provide a comfortable ride with larger seats, overhead storage, luggage towers, and bicycle racks. Photo: Denver RTD
In total, 66 commuter rail cars have been purchased and will be cleaned, stored and maintained at this facility. 54 of these vehicles will serve the A Line (East Rail Line), G Line (Gold Line), and B Line (Northwest Rail Line). The remaining 12 vehicles will provide service on N Line (North Metro Line) beginning in 2018. Photo: Denver RTD
There are six tracks that run through the building on trestles with mechanic bays under the rail to allow easy access for worker to perform daily routine maintenance checks. Photo: Denver RTD
The Commuter Rail Maintenance Facility will house the operations control center, which acts as the brain of the commuter rail network with train dispatch, security systems, positive train control and the radio communication system that keeps everyone connected.
Photo: Denver RTD
The Commuter Rail Facility (CRMF) sits on 30 acres and is 230,000 square feet. Approximately 240 mechanics, operators and other staff will work out of this state-of-the-art, LEED Gold-certified building
Photo: Denver RTD
Officials gathered July 25, 2015 for the Gold LEED certification ceremony:
Bonnie "Ernest" Archuleta, RTD Director; Dave Genova, RTD Interim General Manager & CEO; Aaron Epstein, Denver Transit Partners Executive Project Director & CEO; Frank Terrasi, Vice President & District Manager Denver for PCL; Charles Sisk, RTD Board Chairman; Patti Mason, Exec. Dir. U.S. Building Green Council Colorado Photo: Denver RTD
Sustainable features of the CRMF include: Efficient mechanics and lights for a 32% energy savings; water-efficient plumbing fixtures for a 39% reduction in water usage; radiant floor heating served by an 89% efficient water boiler; and specially designed windows that prevent thermal transfer. Photo: Denver RTD
The LEED® certificate was unveiled Saturday, July 25, 2015 during an open house attended by 500 people. Photo: Denver RTD
The floor level provides access to the interior of the cars for repairs, cleaning and maintenance. The mezzanine level gives access to the roof of the cars for maintenance of the pantograph – the extendable arm that makes contact with the overhead wire, as well as the heating and air conditioning units. Photo: Denver RTD