Railroad Crossing Study [Volume I]

Preber, Terje; Ballagere, Mohan; Prasad, Krishna

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Railroad Crossing Study [Volume I]

1992-01-31
By Preber, Terje ; Ballagere, Mohan ; Prasad, Krishna

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Creators:

Preber, Terje ; Ballagere, Mohan ; Prasad, Krishna
Corporate Creators:

South Dakota School of Mines & Technology
Corporate Contributors:

South Dakota. Department of Transportation. Office of Research
Subject/TRT Terms:

Asphalt Construction Inspection Maintenance Railroad Grade Crossings Roughness Soils
Publication/ Report Number:

SD90-14-Fl
Resource Type:

Tech Report
Geographical Coverage:

South Dakota ; United States
Edition:

Final Report Aug 1990 to Jan 1992
Corporate Publisher:

South Dakota. Department of Transportation. Office of Research
Abstract:

This report presents the results of the survey of 54 railroad grade crossings in South Dakota. Three basic types of crossings were studied: rubber, asphalt, and timber. The crossings were studied for the effect on roughness of highway and rail traffic, soil conditions, drainage, and age. Construction of five crossings was also observed, in order to evaluate the adequacy of the construction procedures and practices applied in South Dakota. The results of the study indicate that the main factors leading to the deterioration of railroad crossings include: differential settlement between crossings and the approaches, surfacing material breakdown, inadequate maintenance, and poor construction procedures regarding the foundation materials for the crossings. Based on the results of the surveys and inspections, conclusions regarding modes of distress and the adequacy of construction practices were formed. Recommendations were given in regard to measures that should be implemented to improve the performance of railroad crossings in South Dakota. The report stresses the need for semiannual cleaning and inspection of crossings, as well as repair and maintenance of items needing attention.
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PDF
Funding:

310006
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US Transportation Collection
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