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Metra plans to begin replacing 22 bridges along the Union Pacific North line and start rebuilding Ravenswood Station in the next two weeks.

Replacement of the century-old bridges will be done in two phases comprising 11 bridges each, with the first phase slated for completion in 2015.

Construction of the new Ravenswood Station — the busiest stop on the UP North line — also will be completed during the first phase, starting in spring 2012. To be built at its current location, the new station will feature longer, covered platforms, warming shelters, improved lighting, landscaping, a ticket office, vendor space, ramps and stairs.

UP North trains have been using a temporary platform on the inbound side of Ravenswood since last fall. Trains will continue to use that platform until the first phase of the bridge project is completed, according to Metra.