Nashville city administration seeks information from The Boring Company concerning tunnel proposal
In a recent letter sent to The Boring Company, the Metro Nashville mayor's office has expressed concerns and asked questions about the proposed Music City Loop project. The project, which aims to provide a fast and efficient transit solution beneath the city, has been met with curiosity and anticipation.
The letter, sent before the official announcement of the project by Governor Bill Lee and Boring Co. President Steve Davis, inquired about various aspects of the project, including the environmental review process and community input during design and construction phases.
One of the key concerns raised was the safety of the tunnel, particularly in regards to ventilation for smoke and gas in case a vehicle battery ignites. The letter also asked about emergency vehicle access during and after construction, and how potential land leases and sales at the airport would be handled.
The letter also touched upon the coordination of the Music City Loop with existing infrastructure, such as storm and sewer tunnels, and the Murfreesboro Road All Access Corridor. The mayor's office also sought clarification on how the tunnel would mesh with a transportation center at the airport for WeGo Public Transit.
Another point of interest was the cost of the project, with the exact cost remaining undisclosed by officials. However, it is known that the project is entirely funded by private sources, demonstrating a public-private partnership approach without new burdens on state or local taxpayers.
The letter also inquired about the methods used to prevent pedestrian entry in the Las Vegas loop and how Nashville can replicate this. Additionally, the letter questioned whether Boring would pay franchise fees to the state or the airport, and who would operate the tunnel.
The Music City Loop is expected to have Tesla vehicles to ferry riders from downtown Nashville to the airport and other locations. The project is designed to be about 30 feet deep to avoid interfering with most public utilities, thus minimizing disruptions during construction and operation.
The mayor's office has posed more than 60 questions to Boring, mainly about emergency responses and permitting throughout the life of the project. The Boring Company has yet to respond publicly to these questions.
As the project moves forward, it is expected that more details will be released, and the concerns and questions raised by the mayor's office will be addressed. The Music City Loop, if successful, could revolutionise city transportation in Nashville, providing a fast, reliable, and environmentally friendly transit solution beneath the urban environment.
References:
- The Boring Company
- Tennessean
- Nashville Post
- WKRN News 2
- Nashville Public Radio
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