Design Conformance to Railroad Guidelines (DCRG) Report

A DCRG
report details how the proposed overpass design meets or does not meet railroad company design guidelines.
DCRG reports
include:
  • Brief description of project and need.
  • If overpass spans railroad right of way (bridge bents outside of right of way).
  • Angle the overpass crosses the rail line.
  • Vertical clearance.
  • Horizontal clearance.
  • Lighting for railroad.
  • Fencing on bridge.
  • Utilities and any relocations.
  • Excavation and demolition work.
  • Preparation work on railroad right of way (tree removal, etc.).
  • If drill shaft locations are within zone of railroad live load surcharge, and if shoring will be required.
  • How drainage is blocked from falling on railroad right of way.
  • Where future tracks may be placed.
  • Need for crash walls, assuming future tracks are in place.
  • Photos.