Current through September 30, 2024
Section 213.334 - Ballast; generalUnless it is otherwise structurally supported, all track shall be supported by material which will-
(a) Transmit and distribute the load of the track and railroad rolling equipment to the subgrade;(b) Restrain the track laterally, longitudinally, and vertically under dynamic loads imposed by railroad rolling equipment and thermal stress exerted by the rails;(c) Provide adequate drainage for the track; and(d) Maintain proper track crosslevel, surface, and alinement.