Lincoln Began Construction on Multi-Modal Transit Center
The $33 million project aims to improve city transit efficiency with a new hub at 701 S. 10th St.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Construction
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The City of Lincoln broke ground on a new multi-modal transit center designed to centralize operations and reduce traffic congestion. The project is supported by a $23.6 million federal grant.
Why it matters
The center will serve as a hub for areas where 80% of transit ridership is concentrated, aiming to improve bus travel efficiency by keeping vehicles out of regular traffic lanes.
The transit center project totals $33 million, with $23.6 million provided by a federal grant. The facility will feature 19 covered outdoor bus bays.
The players
StarTran
StarTran is the public transit agency serving the City of Lincoln and will house its administrative offices in the new facility.
Sampson Construction
Sampson Construction is the contractor responsible for performing the construction of the new transit hub.
The details
Located at 701 S. 10th St., the building will house StarTran administrative offices and include sustainable features like a green roof, geothermal HVAC, and solar infrastructure. Sampson Construction is performing the work to integrate bike and scooter shares with pedestrian trail access.
Timeline
September 2026: Groundbreaking ceremony occurred.
Spring 2028: Facility is scheduled to open.
Market Landscape
This project follows the pattern set by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act as local municipalities leverage federal funding for multi-modal transportation projects. It marks a broader shift toward centralizing transit operations to improve efficiency in urban centers.
Residents can expect improved bus travel efficiency and better integration with bike and scooter shares once the center opens. The facility is designed to serve the areas where the vast majority of local transit riders currently commute.
The takeaway
The new transit center is expected to significantly reduce traffic congestion by separating bus operations from regular lanes. Residents in high-ridership zones will see more streamlined access to varied transportation methods by spring 2028.
Further reading
Learn more about local development by visiting Lincoln Construction.
More information
Find ongoing project and construction updates on the city portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KHGI.
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