Joint Operation of Light Rail Transit or Diesel Multiple Unit Vehicles with Railroads

TRB's Transit Cooperative Research Program (TCRP) Report 52: Joint Operation of Light Rail Transit or Diesel Multiple Unit Vehicles with Railroads identifies and discusses issues associated with joint operation, focusing on the current regulatory and institutional environment, railroad and rail transit operations, infrastructure, and rolling stock. In addition, substantial information concerning joint operation overseas is presented and discussed. A risk analysis guide is also provided to assist decision makers in assessing the appropriateness of applying joint operation to particular circumstances. The report concludes that there is sufficient evidence that joint operation can be applied in the North American environment on a case-by-case basis, conditioned on satisfactory risk analyses accompanied by appropriate safeguards.

Report Parts; Part A, Part B, Part C, Part D, Part E, Part F, Part G, Part H, Part I, Part J, Part K, Part L