Hanover Third Track (Siding C) will construct approximately 3 miles of third track to the south of the South Anna River in Hanover County. The project also will include reconstruction of the roadway bridge at Washington Highway and construction of a new, single-track rail bridge at Elletts Crossing Road. Siding C will increase the efficiency of passenger and freight trains throughout the rail network and in the area between Spotsylvania and Richmond.

Siding C will increase network fluidity and reduce delays due to passenger and freight train congestion.

Source: VPRA Recommended Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Document