Proposed At-Grade Crossings

Upon receiving a request for a crossing
across state right of way
, the district first investigates the possibility of the applicant (railroad company or private industry or both) obtaining rail service by alternate means that will not require an additional highway crossing. This usually means servicing through a different railroad company or through joint use of a nearby existing
permitted
 track crossing or rail line. If an alternate plan is
impracticable
, the district should forward the
permitted
 track request to
RRD
, along with a report and recommendations. The report should include:
  • A map showing the location of the proposed
    permitted
     track crossing.
  • AADT at this location.
  • Applicant’s estimate of the number and length of trains anticipated to cross the highway during each 24-hour period.