01 – What are the usual steps in the process of building a rail trail?

Answer

• A railroad bed is no longer in active use and the potential for a rail trail is identified
• A feasibility study done by the state
• A series of local actions to approve the exploration of the possibility of a rail trail
• A preliminary engineering study to identify critical aspects of the trail and estimate costs
• Obtaining rights to the rail bed through purchase or lease
• Determining the form, function, and funding of the tra
• Designing and permitting the trail.
• Bidding and construction.