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25 Sep 2013

Accident Investigations

HQ-2013-23 (Finalized)

Subject Accident Investigations

Abstract: On September 25, 2013, at 4:15 a.m. (CST), eastbound BNSF Railway (BNSF) freight train, BLACWSP1-23 (BLAC) struck the rear of BNSF standing freight train, SLHTLPC2-23 (SLHT). The...

Accident Date
Accident Type
Rear End Collision (REC)
Railroad Name
BNSF Railroad Co. (BNSF)
Location

St. Francis, TX
United States

Accident Number
HQ-2013-23
Investigation Status
Finalized

24 Sep 2013

Policy and Guidance

Second Interim Statement of Agency Policy and Interpretation on the Hours of Service Laws as Amended in 2008

Author
DOT/FRA

Subject Hours of Service

Keywords: Hours of Service, Interim Interpretations, Signal Employee Exclusivity, Consecutive Days Provision, Commingled Service

Abstract: Hours of Service; Operating Practices; Signal and Train Control

23 Sep 2013

Environmental Review Documents

Cultural Resources Assessment Report for the All Aboard Florida Passenger Rail Project from Orlando to West Palm Beach

Author
Federal Railroad Administration

Subject Passenger Rail

Keywords: Cultural Resources Assessment Report; All Aboard Florida; AAF; Orlando to West Palm Beach

18 Sep 2013

Environmental Review Documents

Environmental Impact Statement for the ACEforward Program From Merced, Modesto and Stockton to San Jose, California

Author
Federal Railroad Administration

Subject Environmental Protection

Keywords: EIS; Environmental Impact Statement for the ACEforward Program From Merced, Modesto and Stockton to San Jose, California

Abstract: FRA is issuing this notice to advise other agencies and the public that FRA and the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission (SJRRC) will jointly prepare an Environmental Impact...

18 Sep 2013

Environmental Review Documents

Brunswick Layover Facility, Maine: Environmental Assessment (EA) Appendix C

Author
Federal Railroad Administration, Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority (NNEPRA)

Subject High-Speed Passenger Rail, Intercity Passenger Rail Investment

Keywords: NNEPRA, Brunswick, Maine, Layover Facility, Maintenance, Environmental Assessment, EA, Appendix C, Industrial Site Alternative, Maine DOT