What is an HCT mode?
Modes are a term used for different transit options. HCT modes are designed to ease traffic congestion, consider land use impacts, and improve accessibility and mobility. Examples of HCT modes include: • Heavy rail a train system that is electrically powered and completely grade separated. Usually located largely or partially in a subway. Examples include the BART system in San Francisco, WMATA in Washington DC, and CTA in Chicago. • Commuter rail uses existing rail lines in peak hours, stops less frequently, serves longer distance trips, using locomotive and trailer coaches. Examples include the Sounder in Puget Sound, Long Island Railway, and Chicagos Metra system. • Light rail transit (LRT) operates on a separate trackway, handles high commuter traffic volume and is the most flexible of the rail modes. Examples include the Portlands MAX system, Tacomas LINK system, and Denvers RTD Light Rail. • Bus rapid transit (BRT) – is LRT on rubber tires, provides frequent stops conducive to co
