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Within the study area, the Navasota Subdivision, which
predominantly follows the general direction of FM 2920 from Spring to Tomball,
was constructed in the early 1900’s by the International and Great Northern
Railroad.
Length
The Navasota
Subdivision is approximately 100 miles long, with terminus
points at Spring Junction and Valley Junction near Bryan/College
Station.
Ownership
The track is owned and operated by Union Pacific with
approximately 27 miles of this line segment contained within the
study area.
Rail Traffic
Predominantly a single-track railroad with limited
passing sidings, the Subdivision normally carries rail traffic
inbound toward Houston, and averages 15 – 20 trains daily.
Characteristics
Currently vehicular traffic may be delayed along the Navasota Subdivision due
to the frequency of trains. The pending southern expansion of residential areas
such as The Woodlands will increase the overall vehicular travel on effected
roadways such as Kuykendahl.
Five grade crossings have been analyzed for closure
and/or separation, which would reduce risk of hazards associated with the
roadway/pedestrian/rail interface.
The following table displays the estimated costs of identified improvements
for the Navasota Subdivision:
Identified Improvements
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Class |
Estimated Cost |
Estimated Public Benefit |
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Class 3 Improvements (Grade Separations) |
$34,100,000 |
$12,930,000 |
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Class 3 Improvements (Crossing Closures) |
$50,000 |
$230,000 |
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Class 4 Improvements (Rail Capacity Additions) |
$79,000,000 |
NA |
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Total Identified Improvements |
$113,150,000 |
$13,160,000 |
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