Diagnostic Inspection

After the preliminary design meeting, the district railroad coordinator should arrange a diagnostic inspection
(if applicable)
 with the railroad company and project team to visit the project location and discuss:
  • Train operations, including train speed and counts.
  • Safety requirements.
  • At-grade crossing safety devices.
  • Impact to track, wayside signals,
    preemption,
     and equipment, if any.
  • Phased construction.
  • Other railroad company and TxDOT projects which could impact project.
  • Environmental and hydraulic/drainage issues.
  • Existing billboards on railroad right of way that may need to be relocated.
  • Right of way and utility issues.
  • Design issues.
Notes from the diagnostic inspection should clarify all topics discussed with the project team and list attendees. The district railroad coordinator compiles the notes.