Double Track

Bringing Indiana to Chicago

The existing South Shore Line (SSL) provides a vital transportation link that connects Northwest Indiana to Chicago. The SSL proposes to expand the SSL from single track to double track between Gary and Michigan City and construct, signal, power, and platform improvements at five passenger stations.

In May 2014, the South Shore Line (as the Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District) adopted a 20-year Strategic Business Plan. This Plan details proposed improvements to the South Shore Line traveling approximately 25 miles through Lake, Porter and La Porte Counties, and the communities of Gary, Portage, Ogden Dunes, Dune Acres, Beverly Shores, Pines and Michigan City, Indiana. The project’s main component is to add a second track to the single track route, and move the street-running tracks along 10th and 11th Streets in Michigan City. This will allow the SSL to add 14 weekday trains for more frequent service, reduce delays and improve travel times.

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Although the formal comment periods have closed, the public and agencies are encouraged to comment on the Project. Submit a comment by:

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South Shore Line

Attn: Double Track NWI

33 East U.S. Highway 12

Chesterton, IN 46304

Leave a message at the project hotline: (219) 850-4457

Comments submitted after the formal comment periods are reviewed by the SSL and the Project team and help provide an understanding of public and stakeholder ideas and concerns. The project has reached final design, but comments are still welcome.

Double Track

Connectivity

Bringing Indiana to Chicago