Railroad companies are required to notify the commission and the governing authority of a community at least 10 days before taking any planned action that may have a significant impact on the community. Such actions can include:
- disrupting the use of a crossing for track inspection,
- reconstruction,
- maintenance,
- or blocking a crossing.
For more information, see WAC 480-62-305 - Railroad Community Notice Requirements.
Submit a Notice
To submit a community impact notice, email: WUTC Community Notice.
Community Notices Received
The commission received the following community impact notice(s):
- Yakima Avenue, Yakima - May 28, 2024 from 6pm until 7am. USDOT 099165Y. Roadmaster Jason Winans, BNSF Railway Co. 928-220-1196.
- Buena Avenue, Toppenish - May 29, 2024 from 6pm until 7am. USDOT 099190G. Roadmaster Jason Winans, BNSF Railway Co. 928-220-1196.
For questions or additional information on current or past community notices, please contact rail@utc.wa.gov.