49 CFR Part 213

§ 213.335 — Crossties

FRA Part 213 · Subpart G — Train Operations at Track Classes 6 and Higher. Full current text with cross-references on BuildSpec.

§ 213.335 Crossties. (a) Crossties shall be made of a material to which rail can be securely fastened. (b) Each 39 foot segment of track shall have— (1) A sufficient number of crossties which in combination provide effective support that will— (i) Hold gage within the limits prescribed in § 213.323(b); (ii) Maintain surface within the limits prescribed in § 213.331; and (iii) Maintain alinement within the limits prescribed in § 213.327. (2) The minimum number and type of crossties specified in paragraph (c) of this section effectively distributed to support the entire segment; and (3)…

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