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State Rail Plan

This plan guides rail transportation efforts in the state. It aims to improve and expand freight and passenger railroad service.

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2022 Iowa State Rail Plan (Full Document)
Executive Summary
Chapter 1: Role of Rail in Statewide Transportation

Introduction, goals, rail’s role in transportation, and Iowa’s authority to conduct rail planning and investments
Chapter 2: Iowa’s Existing Rail System

Rail system description and inventory, trends and forecasts, and rail service needs and opportunities
Chapter 3: Proposed Passenger Rail Improvements and Investments

Improvements to intercity and commuter services
Chapter 4: Proposed Freight Rail Improvements and Investments

Improvements to freight services and intermodal connections
Chapter 5: Iowa’s Rail Service and Investment Program

Vision, goals, coordination, program impact, financing analysis, studies, reports, and capital program
Chapter 6: Coordination and Review

Stakeholder engagement and state rail planning coordination
Appendices

Iowa’s rail network, economic impact, commodity flow, safety programs, upgrades, and outreach

About the Plan

Amanda Martin, Director

Email Address

Amanda.Martin@iowadot.us

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