The Main Street light rail system, METRO’s so-called “transit backbone,” is still facing service disruptions caused by a water main break. KHOU-11’s news blog has the details:
The break washed out support under the tracks at San Jacinto and Hermann Drive.
Wednesday morning’s crews found more air pockets under the track and are keeping the area closed while they search for more.
Metro officials said if no more problems are found, the track could be open again late Thursday.
UPDATE (4:30 pm): A METRO cop was, once again, acting as the traffic signal for the “transit backbone” at Wentworth and San Jacinto, where the train is still running on one track.
ANNE ADDS: Thank goodness for buses!
METRO also provides supplemental, bus-bridge service, which runs every 12 minutes, between the Smith Lands Station and Wheeler Station. You may board the bus adjacent to each train platform. Look for the bus stop sign which reads, “METRORail Emergency Shuttle Bus Stop.” Bus destination signs are marked, “700 Rail Shuttle Bus.” METRO personnel will continue to offer assistance along the rail line and bus-bridge route.
This situation has been difficult for everyone, and we appreciate your patience as we work to ensure your safety on METRORail.
UPDATE (11:09 pm): The KHOU-11 news blog reports that service will indeed be back to normal on Thursday morning, beginning at 4:30 am.
