California's high-speed rail project has come under scrutiny for its significant costs and questionable utility. The project, which has already consumed $11 billion and took 3 years to complete, includes the Cedar Viaduct in Fresno, a 3,700-foot structure with distinctive dual arches over State Route 99. Critics, including opinion pieces in major publications, have labeled the project a 'bridge to nowhere' and questioned the allocation of such a large budget for what they see as an ineffective transportation solution. The project's high costs, amounting to approximately $6,875,000 per foot for the 1,600 feet of construction, have sparked debates about fiscal responsibility and the priorities of the current administration.
In 2022, we announced the completion of the South Avenue Grade Separation in Fresno County. This high-speed rail structure spans 390-feet long and takes traffic over the existing railroad and future high-speed rail tracks. #BuildHSR #InfrastructureMonth https://t.co/ZjFcHArkxn
What year will California have a high-speed rail system?
Thrilled to celebrate the 160th anniversary of Caltrain, transformed into a modern world class electric system! https://t.co/8wocF3fIJE
$11 billion dollar have been spent making California's High Speed Rail, and it has taken around 3 years to complete, per NYP. It is 1,600 feet. https://t.co/1SvnaTaZ3Y
Winner of the 2024 @GavinNewsom High Speed Rail Achievement Award. https://t.co/RMmMMhXRPj
How do you spend $11 BILLION on 1600 feet of construction? That's $6,875,000 per foot ... Where did all that money go? šš¤”š https://t.co/QqWwgl6Kap
California's bullet train to nowhere: Why are liberals obsessed with rail? @WashTimesOpEd https://t.co/pY87w9fFPY
It was one year ago today that we announced the completion of the Cedar Viaduct in the City of Fresno! The 3,7000 foot-long structure is recognized by the dual arches that span over State Route 99. #BuildHSR #InfrastructureMonth https://t.co/7U7EvQXiqc
California's bridge to nowhere is a clear reminder of the high-speed rail boondoggle being pushed by liberals like President Biden. https://t.co/G5XXCnZf1T
End of empire shit. Meanwhile in California, $11 BILLION for a bridge in the middle of nowhere with ZERO use. https://t.co/g6ZJ3nhfWU