A resilient rail or mass transit network must be able to withstand extreme weather events, including potential damage caused by heat. It must also hold up to the rigors of use, whether by passengers or freight trains. TRC offers transit design services that account for the many factors influencing a system’s lifespan to deliver greater resiliency.
Partner With Our Tested Practitioners
Work with TRC to resolve all your transit challenges. We are civil engineering and mass transit experts who know the Federal Transit Administration, Federal Railroad Administration and state and local Department of Transportation guidelines. Our practitioners are also well-versed in railroad engineering, planning and construction technologies.
En chiffres
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Mettez bout à bout, le nombre de miles de piste à travers le pays.
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Le nombre de ponts ferroviaires américains.
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Le montant que les entreprises de transport de marchandises ont investi en 2015 dans l’infrastructure ferroviaire pour la maintenir en bon état.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about rail and transit with the following answers to some common questions..
Emergency scenarios may vary, including events like:
- Severe weather
- Fires
- Collisions
- Passenger injuries
- Suicides
- Derailment
- Terrorism
TRC works with you to identify the most significant emergencies and develop effective management and response plans.
Adapt to the Future of Transit With TRC
We provide comprehensive guidance for transit land development and the ongoing operation of railroad and mass transit systems. Our team brings significant industry and regulatory knowledge, enabling reduced costs, greater efficiency and more effective compliance. Reach out online to gain our expertise for your project.
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Nos praticiens partagent leurs idées et leurs points de vue sur les tendances et les défis qui façonnent le marché.
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Budgeting to Quality: Construction Project Mistakes & How to Fix Them
avril 9, 2025
Managing a construction project is a challenging job that involves careful planning, coordination and problem-solving. Small mistakes cause delays, increase costs, or create safety issues. Learn more about how to avoid some of the most common mistakes in construction management so your projects stay on track and within budget.
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The Power of Precision: Quality Control Tactics for Utility Construction Success
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The Importance of Effective Construction Management in Data Centers
janvier 7, 2025
In today’s digital age, data centers form the backbone of cloud computing, artificial intelligence and the vast array of digital services we rely on daily. As the demand for data centers rises, companies are racing to expand these facilities.
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Planning for Construction Project Success: Common Challenges and How to Overcome Them
septembre 19, 2024
Construction project planning and scheduling are critical but complex processes that can lead to delays, cost overruns and quality issues. Success requires proper stakeholder communication, resource management, safety prioritization, regulatory compliance and innovative tools and techniques throughout the project’s life, from start to completion.
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New Jersey Implements Landmark Environmental Justice Regulations
août 2, 2023
A new landmark Environmental Justice (EJ) law is now effective in New Jersey following a lengthy rulemaking process surrounding the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s (NJDEP) Administration Order (AO) No. 2021-25. It is the first rule of its kind and the strongest EJ regulation in the nation.
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Construction Delivery Method Comparison: Design-Build vs. Design-Bid-Build
Décembre 16, 2021
In the construction industry the successful execution of every project depends on the delivery method. Two of the most widely used project delivery methods are Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build.
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Iron sulfide: The “miracle mineral” in environmental remediation
avril 26, 2021
Whether it’s treating an arsenic spill at a railroad site in Wisconsin or releases of chromium and other metals or metal-cleaning solvents at manufacturing sites in California, New Jersey, and South Carolina, a mineral marrying iron and sulfur -iron sulfide- is emerging as a powerful and versatile tool in the environmental remediation toolbox.
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The View on Climate Change has Changed in Washington
mars 1, 2021
The Biden Administration signals both a renewed and accelerated focus on climate change.
Mises à jour réglementaires
The Risks and Rewards of Transporting LNG By Rail
février 4, 2020
The comment period for the proposed rule to allow LNG transport by rail ended on Jan. 13. Now the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) decides how to move forward on the idea, which was introduced by trade advocates representing North America’s seven Class I railroads. TRC’s Wade Narin van Court discusses the regulatory and financial implications for freight carriers planning to compete in a new commercial arena.
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Pourquoi les tests de résistivité du sol sont-ils importants pour la conception de la protection cathodique ?
janvier 16, 2020
Pourquoi les tests de résistivité du sol sont-ils importants pour la conception de la protection cathodique ?
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The EPA’s Risk Management Program for Railroads and the “Incident to Transportation” Exemption
février 27, 2018
A recent court ruling serves as an important reminder that railroads shouldn’t be parking tankers containing hazardous substances for more than just a few days.