History
A History of Transit in Portland
The history of TriMet is steeped in Oregon’s fabled pioneering spirit. Founded 50 years ago from the ashes of the bankrupt Rose City Transit, TriMet has been profoundly influential in shaping the growth and character of the Portland region. Through innovations in policy development, system design and technological advancement, the agency continues to set benchmarks for the transit industry at home and abroad.
Transit in Portland
Rail Projects
- MAX system history and facts
- Eastside MAX Blue Line project
- Westside MAX Blue Line project
- Airport MAX Red Line project
- A Better Red MAX extension
- Interstate MAX Yellow Line project
- I-205 MAX Green Line project
- Milwaukie MAX Orange Line project
- Washington County Commuter Rail (WES) project
- Rail system fact sheets
