Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) will begin removing the center crosswalk from platforms at seven light rail transit (LRT) stations within its service area to improve safety at each of the stations.

Beginning March 3 and lasting into May, DART crews will work to remove the center crosswalks and install fencing between the individual tracks at LRT stations along the Green, Blue and Red Lines in Carrollton, Dallas, Farmers Branch, Garland and Rowlett. The project is being implemented to improve safety for pedestrians crossing platforms and improve visibility for train operators. The construction is part of DART Transform, which is focusing on improving the customer experience while modernizing the entire DART transit network.

No Service Interruptions Expected

The work is not expected to impact service on the Green, Blue or Red Lines as construction will primarily occur during off-peak times and in the evening. Customers can expect signage at stations informing them of the work and directing them to the other pedestrian walkways on the platforms.

Construction is expected to begin Monday, March 3, at the Buckner Station along the Green Line in Dallas. DART will provide real-time updates on any adjustments to the work being done at stations through its text alert system and social media platforms.

Impacted DART stations and projected dates of work include:

1. Carrollton – Trinity Mills Station, April 14-18
2. Dallas – Buckner Station, March 3-7
3. Lake June Station, March 21 - 31
4. Hatcher Station, March 31 - April 7
5. Farmers Branch – Farmers Branch Station, April 7-14
6. Garland – Downtown Garland Station, March 17-21
7. Rowlett – Downtown Rowlett Station, March 10-14

DART Transform Moves Forward

DART Transform is a modernization program that will focus on five core elements: vehicles, stations and passenger facilities, resiliency, a unified signaling system and operating facilities. By improving each of these measures across its transit network, DART aims to transform commutes and communities across North Texas.

“Many of our vehicles and facilities have reached their usage capacity, so it’s time to invest in our aging system to ensure our customers have a cleaner, safer, more reliable experience when they are commuting with us,” said DART CEO & President Nadine Lee. “DART Transform aligns with our Point B vision, a road map that will move us from where we are now to where we want to be as an agency.”

DART has executed a contract to purchase new buses to begin replacing the oldest ones in its fleet and anticipates having them operating routes by spring of 2026. The process to begin replacing light rail vehicles (LRVs) will take a bit longer as DART is still in the planning and development phase. Once a final design is approved and manufacturing begins, riders can expect to see the new LRVs in operation by 2029.

Many of the LRT stations along the Red and Blue Lines will be raised to allow for level boarding from all access points on the new LRVs. Along with the improved safety from the removal of center crosswalks at some of these stations, riders can also expect to see new ticket vending machines, wayward signage, passenger information displays and improved lighting. For more information about DART Transform, please visit https://transform.dart.org, email [email protected] or call 214-979-1111.