Railway Project Survey & Design
Railway Project :
- (i) Ruling gradient.
- (ii) Maximum permissible degree of curvature of curves.
- (iii) Projected level of traffic.
- (iv) Mode of traction, such as diesel or electric.
In the course of reconnaissance survey, following information should be collected:
- (i) Topography of the area, such as plain or hilly.
- (ii) Possible gradients.
- (iii) Obligatory points such as intermediate cities, junction points, production centres, river
crossings etc.
- (iv) Geographical characteristics of the area which may have a bearing on the design of bridge
foundations.
- (v) Extent of waterway required for rivers and channels.
- (vi) Availability of building materials and labour in the area.
- (vii) Flood levels - to be ascertained from local residents.
- (viii) Value of land.
- (ix) Suitable sites of railway stations and yards.
- (x) Requirement of special structures such as tunnels & viaducts.
- (xi) Feasibility of high banks and deep cuttings.
