Main
 Considerations

  • Flagging: The
    flagging agreement or Maintenance Notice Letter will state
     how many days of flagging are anticipated for the work to be performed.
    Flagging agreements will include an
     estimated daily cost of flagging to be charged by the railroad company.
    A flagger will be required if
     there is any work within 25 feet of the nearest rail,
    in railroad right of way
     or if
    there is the potential to foul the
     tracks. The railroad has the final authority when flagging is needed. Note: On
    permitted railroad
     crossings, the railroad company provides flagging free of charge.
  • Insurance:
    Railroad protective liability insurance will be required for any contractor to work on or within the railroad right of way. The contractor is required to list the railroad company as an additional insured on their escalated general insurance certificate if the work is parallel to or within 50 feet of the railroad right of way. TxDOT is self-insured and will not be required to provide additional insurance for state labor.
  • Right of Entry Agreement: The
    flagging agreement or Maintenance Notice Letter will state if an executed Right of Entry Agreement is required for
     the contractor performing the work.