The 2055 freight transportation system and the impact of near term rail movements on TxDOT planning : project summary.
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2017-01-01
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Alternative Title:0-6809 : the 2055 freight transportation system and the impact of near term rail movements on TxDOT planning.
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Abstract:Based on the research and input from the private sector, four themes emerged that frame the role of TxDOT in preparing for an efficient, reliable, and safe freight transportation system in 2055:
TxDOT is expected to be a facilitator/manager of Texas’s freight transportation system. The stakeholders expect TxDOT to evolve into a multimodal transportation agency that advocates for all modes (not only highways), provides funding for all modes, and facilitates among different agencies and the public and private sectors to advance freight projects.
TxDOT is expected to become more nimble, more responsive, and more innovative. Stakeholders expect TxDOT to pilot innovative transportation policies and technologies.
TxDOT is expected to become the data clearinghouse for freight activity data.
TxDOT is expected to communicate with the public, legislators, and freight stakeholders to ensure an informed understanding of the importance of freight and the need to invest in all freight modes.
For near-term freight rail planning, the research found that additional rail infrastructure capacity and increased cooperation between TxDOT and the state’s freight rail companies are necessary to address increased rail freight movement. If a stable, long-term rail transportation funding source is not identified, it will be difficult for TxDOT to effectively work with the private sector to accomplish this goal. Efforts will remain limited to current, limited roles in grade crossings and to providing matching fund support for needed infrastructure improvements.
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