More progress needed following latest Metro inspections, says FTA

WASHINGTON - The Federal Transit Administration says Metro is making progress but still has a long way to go to regarding its SafeTrack maintenance plan.

The agency conducted inspections and found several defects still need to be addressed.

Regarding Surge #1, between East Falls Church and Ballston, eight defects out of fifty-four still need to be addressed. Surge #2, between Eastern Market and Benning Road, twenty-six defects out of fifty-five still need to be addressed.

READ MORE: https://www.transit.dot.gov/regulations-and-guidance/safety/fta-safety-oversight-washington-metropolitan-area-transit-authority