USDOT sanctions USD1.33-billion loan for Seattle’s East Link LRT extension January 16, 2015 | North America Finance The US Department of Transportation (USDOT) has sanctioned a USD1.33-billion loan to Seattle’s Sound Transit for the 23.3-km (14.5-mile) East Link light-rail transit (LRT) extension. The extensi... This content is available to only subscribers. Username or E-mail Password Remember Me Forgot Password