Portland-Milwaukie Light Rail Transit Project: Milwaukie quiet zone goes into effect Friday, May 1, 2015

On May 1, 2015, a rail quiet zone, where freight and light rail trains only need to sound their horns in case of emergency, goes into effect at these Milwaukie rail crossings:

• Mailwell Drive in the Milwaukie North Industrial Area
• Harrison, Monroe and Washington streets, and 21st Avenue at Adams Street in Downtown Milwaukie

In a quiet zone, freight and light rail operators are not required to blow their horns as they approach a crossing, although they may use the horn at their discretion.

Always expect a train–even if you don’t hear a horn.

Be safe to stay safe!

• Obey all signals at these crossings
• Remain behind safety gate arms
• Do not attempt to cross as the safety gate arms lower or while bells or lights are on

For more information about the MAX Orange Line Quiet Zone, visit the website (English/español)