Orange Line (CTA)
Rapid transit line in Chicago, Illinois / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Orange Line is a rapid transit line in Chicago, Illinois, operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) as part of the Chicago "L" system. It is approximately 13 miles (21 km) long and runs on elevated and at grade tracks and serves the Southwest Side, running from the Loop to Midway International Airport. As of 2022, an average of 15,098 riders board Orange Line trains on weekdays.[1]
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Orange Line | |||
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Overview | |||
Status | Operational | ||
Locale | Chicago, Illinois, United States | ||
Termini | |||
Stations | 16 | ||
Service | |||
Type | Rapid transit | ||
System | Chicago "L" | ||
Operator(s) | Chicago Transit Authority | ||
Depot(s) | Midway Yard | ||
Rolling stock | 2600-series 8 car trains (typical, maximum) | ||
Daily ridership | 15,098 (avg. weekday 2022) | ||
History | |||
Opened | October 31, 1993; 30 years ago (1993-10-31) | ||
Technical | |||
Line length | 13 mi (21 km) | ||
Character | Elevated and At-Grade Level | ||
Track gauge | 4 ft 8+1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge | ||
Minimum radius | 90 feet (27 m) | ||
Electrification | Third rail, 600 V DC | ||
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