Seattle Monorail System

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:commuter_rail
gptkbp:accessibility ADA compliant
gptkbp:annual_ridership approximately 1.5 million
increasing over the years
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:Seattle_Center
gptkbp:challenges funding and maintenance
gptkbp:community_engagement public meetings held
gptkbp:community_feedback generally positive
gptkbp:community_impact supports local businesses
gptkbp:construction_method elevated
gptkbp:cultural_significance featured in films and media
gptkbp:design Alweg
gptkbp:design_features streamlined trains
gptkbp:emergency_services established protocols
gptkbp:environmental_impact low emissions
gptkbp:expansion_plans none currently announced
gptkbp:fare_system pay-as-you-go
varies by age and time
gptkbp:first_opened_for_the_1962_world's_fair gptkb:true
gptkbp:frequency every 10 minutes
gptkbp:funding public and private funding
gptkbp:has_public_transport connects key areas of Seattle
gptkbp:historical_significance first monorail in the U. S.
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Seattle Monorail System
gptkbp:integration_with_other_transit part of Seattle's transit network
gptkbp:landmark gptkb:Seattle_Historic_Landmark
gptkbp:length 1.2 miles
gptkbp:local_government supported by city council
gptkbp:location gptkb:Seattle,_Washington
gptkbp:maintenance regular inspections
performed by King County
gptkbp:max_speed 45 mph
gptkbp:notable_event gptkb:Seattle_World's_Fair_1962
gptkbp:number_of_tracks 2
gptkbp:opened gptkb:1962
gptkbp:operating_hours 7 AM to 11 PM
gptkbp:operational_status operational
gptkbp:operator gptkb:Seattle_Center_Monorail
gptkbp:partnerships collaborates with local organizations
gptkbp:passenger_capacity 200 passengers per train
gptkbp:power_source overhead wire
gptkbp:project considering upgrades
gptkbp:public_art features art installations
gptkbp:public_perception iconic transportation
gptkbp:renovation upgrades in the 2000s
gptkbp:route Seattle Center to Westlake Center
gptkbp:safety automatic train control
gptkbp:safety_record generally safe
gptkbp:service_type urban transit
gptkbp:stations 2
gptkbp:sustainability_efforts energy-efficient operations
gptkbp:ticketing_system single ride, day pass
gptkbp:tourist_attraction popular among visitors
gptkbp:track_gauge standard gauge
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:The_Seattle_Center_Monorail_Station
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6