Punta Santiago Metro
Punta Santiago Metro Santiago Central Metro Station | |
| Native name | Metro de Punta Santiago |
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| Owner | Punta Santiago Transport Authority |
| Locale | Punta Santiago |
| Transit type | Rapid transpit |
| Number of lines | 3 |
| Number of stations | 54 |
| Daily ridership | 243,836 (1718 AN) |
| Annual ridership | 89 million (1718 AN) |
| Began operation | 1700 AN |
| Operator | Punta Santiago Transport Authority |
| Headway | 8 minutes |
| Number of vehicles |
24 (active) 10 (reserve) |
| System length | 40.7 km (25.4 mi) |
| Track gauge | 1435 mm (4 ft 8 1⁄2 in) |
| Average speed | 64 km/h (40 mph) |
| Top speed | 140 km/h (87 mph) |
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The Punta Santiago Metro is a rapid transit railway network that serves the city of Punta Santiago, the capital of Alduria. The Metro was opened in 1700 AN, consisting of two lines. Since then, one more line has been added to the network. It has a total of 87 stations, and a total length of 45 km. It is currently the only metro network in Alduria, taking more than 200,000 passengers each day. It is highly interconnected between lines.
Since the opening of the network, the the TR-100 has been the only vehicle on the network.
Rolling stock
| Designation | Producer | Total Units | Units in service | Power output | Top speed | Years built | Image |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TR-100 'Super-Subway' | TR | 48 | 36 | 2600 kW | 140 km/h (87 mph) | 1700-1710 AN | 
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History
Plan for the Metro (1692-1700)
The origins of the Punta Santiago Metro lay in the completion of the second wave plan of the Cárdenas Metro. Around the same time as the formulation of the North-South Connection Plan in the aforementioned city, Punta Santiago formulated the construction of multiple orbital lines that would connect at Jingtown and the Central Station, and serve the east barrios. In the end draft, two lines were approved:
- The Blue Line would go south from Jingtown, connecting the Port and the city center to the central station, and onwards to the north-east suburbs.
- The Red Line would go east from Jingtown, serving the University and Campos Business District, running to the central station, and onwards to the south-east suburbs.
The lines were completed in 1700 AN saw the Punta Santiago Transport Authority take ownership of the network, with higher then expected ridership in the first years.
City Connector Project (1700-1715)
The second step for the metro was a connection to Akcazaba, as well as services to the stadium and the south suburbs. A new plan, the 'City Connector', was devised in 1700 AN, calling for the creation of the Green Line to run through the city centre, starting at the University and connecting to the city stadium, onwards to the south suburbs. Construction started in 1702 AN, with specialised deep boring machines to travel underneath the Citadel and Akcazaba. The line opened in 1705 AN.
Several improvements were made in collaboration with the City Connector Project. These included the Airport extension that was opened in two stages, to Ordoz P+R in 1706 AN, and the airport itself in 1712 AN. Several infill stations opened in 1706 AN as well. The Roncudio, Ascaso and Gondiche Spurs were important extensions that connected vital suburbs in the south, north and east, and were opened in 1715 AN.
Metro Vision 1720 (1715-)
The minor spurs of the network that opened in 1715 AN were a prelude to a major expansion plan for the next decade: the Metro Vision 1720 Plan that was published that year. It called for extensions of all existing lines, as well as a new Yellow Line; commonly known as the Sea to Airport Link. It started at Puerto, running eastward to central station, southeast along the Red Line, and serving major developments in Colorado and Santurce Barrios, before connecting to the Airport. A large petition by Lake Sanhueza Resort, only 4 km east from the airport, secured another eastern extension.
Construction took a long time to tunnel underneath the city centre and the dense urbanisation in Colorado and Santurce. The Yellow Line was opened, with a delay, in 1721 AN.
The first part of the project to open was the Gozutempe extension, opening in 1716 AN. The Red and Blue Lines reached their connector station at Shang Lou in 1719 AN. The extensions of the Roncudio, Ascaso, and Gondiche Spurs, now renamed as Branch Lines, opened together with the Yellow Line in 1721 AN. Multiple infill stations also opened. The project managed to double the number of stations in the network.
Lines
| # | Line | Opened | Last extension | Stations Served | Length | Average interstation | Journeys made (1722 AN) | Termini | Rolling Stock | Conduction system |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Line A | 1700 AN | 1721 AN | 31 | 12.3 km / 7.7 mi | 650 m / 2,130 ft | 203.1 million | Shang Lou
Marinero Barbero |
TR-100 | Automatic |
| 2 | Line B | 1700 AN | 1721 AN | 28 | 16.8 km / 10.5 mi | 870 m / 2,850 ft | 248.4 million | Shang Lou
Carnicero Teixidó |
TR-100 | Automatic |
| 3 | Line C | 1705 AN | 1721 AN | 23 | 11.6 km / 7.2 mi | 630 m / 2,060 ft | 186.1 million | Universitad Réal
Verdugo Bosque de Ninfa |
TR-100 | Automatic |
| 4 | Line D | 1721 AN | 1721 AN | 17 | 14.3 km / 8.9 mi | 620 m / 2,030 ft | 48.3 million | Puerto
Lago Sanhueza |
TR-100 | Automatic |
Stations
Line A
Line A services most of the the city center, as well as connecting to Jingtown and the Central Station. It starts at the interchange with Line B, then runs east and then north , crossing line C and then Line B at the Central Station. It is identified by the colour Blue.
The Line was approved, along with Line B, in 1696 AN. Construction took 4 years, and needed bored tunnels. Beyond Colegio Inti, the line runs above ground. The line opened in 1700 AN. Additional infill stations opened in 1706 AN and in 1721 AN due to growing demand. The connection is especially crowded between Ayuntamiento and Estacion Central. In 1716 AN, the extension to Gozutempe opened, which was extended to Shang Lou in 1721 AN. In 1715 AN, the Roncudio Spur was opened with four new stations, which was extended to Barbero with three stations in 1721 AN. The Sabalan main line was also extended that year to Marinero. University station was renamed to Royal University station to distinguish with the Jingtown University.
| Name | Connections | Date opened | Platforms | ExpandNamesake |
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Line B
Line B runs through the west and north parts of the city, connecting to Line A and C, crossing the former twice. It is identified by the colour Red.
The Line was approved, along with Line B, in 1696 AN. The line opened three weeks after Line A. Beyond Colorado, the line runs above ground. The line opened in 1700 AN. The extension to Ordoz P+R opened in 1706 AN. Torre de Acero infill station opened in 1708 AN, and more infill stations opened in 1721 AN. It is a popular connection between the University, Campos Business District, and the Central Station. In 1712 AN, the airport extension came online, extending to the town of Teixidó in 1721 AN. In 1715 AN, the Gondiche spur opened, with three new stations, which was extended to Carnicero in 1721 AN.
| Name | Connections | Date opened | Platforms | ExpandNamesake |
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Line C
Line C runs through most of the city center, interchanging with Line B, and then crossing Line C. It is identified by the colour Green.
Line C was approved in 1702 AN as part of the 'City Connector Project'. Construction was especially hard between the Citadel and Defensa stations. It opened in 1705 AN. It is the very popular as it passes directly through the city center. The Ascaso spur was opened in 1715 AN, with four new stations, which was extended to Verdugo in 1721 AN. The extension to Bosque de Ninga also came online that year, as did multiple infill stations.
| Name | Connections | Date opened | Platforms | ExpandNamesake |
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Line D
Line D runs through the city centre and connects to every other line, running alongside Line B for a short stretch. It is identified by the colour Yellow.
Line D was the main part of the so-called 'Metro Vision 1720', which called for several major extensions. It allowed for a direct connection between the Airport and Harbour, two major transit hubs. It opened, with delays due to construction underneath Citadel station, in 1721 AN. It serves several major destinations including the popular tourist destination at Lake Sanhueza.
| Name | Connections | Date opened | Platforms | Namesake |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puerto | Line A | 1721 AN | 5 | Port of Punta Santiago |
| Plaza Fundatores | 1721 AN | 2 | Founders' Square | |
| Citadel | Line C | 1721 AN | 4 | Punta Santiago Citadel |
| Plaza Viejo | 1721 AN | 2 | Old City Square | |
| Estacíon Central | 1721 AN | 10 | Punta Santiago Central Station | |
| Torre de Acero | Line B | 1721 AN | 4 | Steel Tower |
| Mercado de Ganado | Line B | 1721 AN | 4 | Cattle Market |
| Plaza de la Proclamación | Line B | 1721 AN | 4 | Proclamation Square |
| Morzuda | 1721 AN | 2 | Morzuda neighbourhood, Colorado | |
| Plaza del Sol | 1721 AN | 2 | Sun Square | |
| Fonz | 1721 AN | 2 | Henri Fonz, writer | |
| Zoo | 1721 AN | 2 | City Zoo | |
| Castillo Cubero | 1721 AN | 2 | Cubero Castle | |
| Obrero | 1721 AN | 2 | Gabriela Obrero, singer | |
| Aeropuerto Transíto | Line B | 1721 AN | 4 | Airport Main Terminal |
| Terminal 2 | 1721 AN | 2 | Airport Terminal 2 | |
| Lago Sanhueza | 1721 AN | 3 | Lake Sanhueza national park |
Stations
All 87 stations are served 24 hours a day. Underground stations are typically accessed by staircases going down from street level. Many of these staircases are painted in blue, with slight or significant variations in design for each station. Several stations are built underneath other buildings and have accesses inside or adjacent to it. All entrances have yellow square lights and signs with 'Underground'.
Concourse
Most stations in the subway system have mezzanines. Mezzanines allow for passengers to enter from multiple locations at an intersection and proceed to the correct platform without having to cross the street before entering. Inside mezzanines are fare control areas, where passengers physically pay their fare to enter the subway system. Many elevated stations also have platform-level fare control with no common station house between directions of service.
Paying for subway services can be done in station booths or vending machines. There is a physical ticket system, as well as a digital contactless smart card known as TarjetaMetro. These smart cards can be swiped at a turnstile, customers enter the fare-controlled area of the station and continue to the platforms. Special 'Waiting Areas' are available in most underground stations, consisting of benches and identified by a yellow sign.
Platforms
A typical subway station has waiting platforms ranging from 150 to 180 m (450 to 600 ft). Some are longer. Most stations have platforms serving one line, but some share lines. Overhead electronic boards show which trains stop where and when. Identification is also available on the front and sides of the trains.
There are several common platform configurations. Most single line stations, especially above ground, have two side platforms. Double and multi-line stations have at least one island platform. End stations also have an island platform.
Accesibility
The network was built with facilities for Disabled people in mind. Most are handicapped-accessible, including wheelchair-friendly turnstiles. Street elevators are available for many stations. Many stations also have both staircases and escalators.
Service
Fares
Riders pay a single fare to enter the subway system and may transfer between trains at no extra cost until they exit via station turnstiles; the fare is a flat rate regardless of how far or how long the rider travels. Thus, riders must swipe their physical ticket, TarjetaMetro, or smartphone on an reader at the turnstile upon entering the subway system, but not a second time upon leaving.
As of 1718 AN, the base fare is NAX€2,75 with the last fare increase occuring on II.1712 AN. Fares can be paid with most credit or debit cards (including smartphone pay), with a reusable TarjetaMetro, or with single-use tickets. The PSTA offers 7-day (at €11.00) and 30-day (at €45) unlimited ride programs that can lower the effective per-ride fare significantly. Reduced fares are available for the elderly and people with disabilities.
Operating hours
Service starts at 5:30 am and ends at about 12:00 pm. On Fridays and Saturdays, services end later, at about 1:30 pm.
When the Metro is closed, two night train services are run at 2:00 and 4:00 pm, except on Fridays and Saturdays, when a single night service is run at 4:00 pm. It follows the same routes and stops at the same stations.
