California High-Speed Rail Project in Shafter

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The California High-Speed Rail project is designed to cut through the city of Shafter, involving proposed changes such as grade separation variations including overpasses or underpasses along Fresno Avenue, Shafter Avenue, Central Avenue, and East Lerdo Highway. The project aims to move tall embankments and retaining walls, reduce noise and dust, improve safety by eliminating at-grade crossings, improve air quality and traffic flow, and potentially shorten construction by up to two years. The project has faced community backlash due to perceived disproportionate impacts on Shafter residents and businesses.