Nevada Administrative Code
Chapter 705 - Railroads
STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR HEALTH AND SAFETY
Clearances
Section 705.064 - Tracks above public roads, highways and streets

Universal Citation: NV Admin Code 705.064

Current through December 12, 2024

1. Where railroads cross above public roads, highways and streets, a minimum overhead clearance of 14 feet above the surface of the roads, highways or streets must be provided.

2. Where railroads cross above public roads, highways and streets, a minimum width of 20 feet must be provided for the public roads, highways or streets where only one span is used to support the railroad structure. Where two or more spans are used to support the railroad structure, a minimum width for each opening of 12 feet must be provided.

3. When the public road, highway or street is occupied by one or more tracks, minimum clearance dimensions will be determined by the Commission for the case under consideration.

Pub. Service Comm'n, Railroad Gen. Order 11 § 7, eff. 6-21-76-Substituted in revision for NAC 705.180

NRS 704.280

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