Below you will find the requirements and applications for various project types. All new projects must be submitted electronically via the application links provided below.
For all projects Conrail will require reimbursement for its time and resources to support the project. This includes but is not limited to application review, administrative services, engineering plan reviews, flagging or other on-track protection, and inspection.
The execution of a project agreement and the approval of insurances in accordance with Conrail specifications will be required prior to work authorization on Conrail property or right-of-way for all projects.
Regardless of the project type, any intrusive work or excavations on Conrail property will require an Excavated Material and Groundwater Management Plan (EMGMP) filled out by the applicant. Template EMGMP documents are included below.
For any questions regarding the application process please feel free to contact us at ConrailGEC@aecom.com.
Temporary Right of Entry
For general access to Conrail property and routine environmental investigations, applicants are directed to submit a Temporary Right of Entry application via the link below. Temporary Rights of Entry are generally for projects with a duration of less then 30 days and do not involve any permanent improvements. Project types include but are not limited to the following:
- Access – surveys, soil borings, routine inspections, oversized equipment movements, etc.
- Environmental – soil sampling, monitoring wells, remediation, etc.
Temporary Right of Entry Application (LINK)
Application Fee:
$4,000 (Standard)
Key References:
CE-6, EMGMP
Pipe & Wire Occupations
For the installation, modification, and/or maintenance of any overhead or underground pipe or wire facility, applicants are directed to submit a Pipe & Wire Occupancy application via the link below. Pipe & Wire Occupancies generally include but are not limited to the following:
- Wirelines – electric, fiber, cable
- Pipelines – water, sewer, gas, chemical, hydrocarbon
Note: All pipelines and culverts for the conveyance of stormwater should be submitted using the Public Improvement Project Application link in the Public Improvements Project Section.
Pipe & Wire Occupancy Application (LINK)
Application Fee:
Aerial Wireline: $1,500 (Standard)
Underground Wireline: $2,000 (Standard)
Pipelines: $2,500 (Standard)
Parallel Occupancies: $3,000 (Standard)
Aerial Wireline: $7,000 (Expedited)
Underground Wireline: $8,000 (Expedited)
Pipelines: $9,000 (Expedited)
Key References:
CE-4, CE-6, CE-8, EMGMP
Public Improvement Projects
For any construction project that has the potential to impact Conrail’s property or operations, applicants are directed to submit a Public Improvements Project application via the link below. Public Improvement Projects generally include but are not limited to the following project types:
- Highway Rail Grade Crossings
- Bridges over the Railroad
- Bridges Carrying the Railroad
- Adjacent/Parallel Roads/Facilities
- Storm Water Management / Flood Control / Open-Flow Drainage
- Bicycle/Pedestrian Trails and Crossings
- Painting Overhead Bridges
- Bridge Beautification & Landscaping
Public Improvement Projects Application(LINK)
Key References:
CE-6, CE-12, Conrail Minimum Roadway Clearances, EMGMP
Railroad Protective Liability (RRPL) Insurance
In lieu of obtaining an original commercial Railroad Protective Liability policy with Conrail as named insured, we are offering applicants the opportunity to add the associated project to our Master RRPL policy through a one-time RRPL Insurance Fee. For this option, the RRPL Insurance Fee will be collected with the signed project agreement.
RRPL Insurance Fee:
$2,500
Key References:
Conrail Insurance Specifications
Conrail Insurance Specifications
