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Officials share updated timeline on Omaha Streetcar project

City officials released an update on construction for the Omaha Streetcar project on Wednesday.

Planners anticipate mainline construction to begin Jan. 5 where guideways will be put into the street to support the tracks. The work also includes the power systems for the streetcar, including overhead systems, stops, and platforms.

Streetcars are expected to begin riding the rails in 2027 for testing before the line goes into service in 2028.

Construction of the Harney Street bridge is on schedule and is expected to reopen by the end of the year. The I-480 northbound exit to Harney Street is scheduled to reopen early to

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