The Houston Subdivision consists of approximately 144 miles of BNSF owned and operated track. Its terminus points are Teague and approximately BNSF milepost 61, located in northwest Houston near the Shepherd Drive overpass north of LP 610.
Geographic Limits
From MP 61, the BNSF gains access into Houston via the UPRR to Belt Junction. At Teague, the BNSF Houston Subdivision continues to Ft. Worth via the BNSF DFW Subdivision. Fifty-five miles of the BNSF Houston Subdivision track are within the study area.
Rail Traffic
Predominantly a single-track mainline with minimal sidings, the BNSF operates approximately 12 trains daily in a bidirectional manner. Along the Houston Subdivision, the BNSF services the North Houston Industrial Park, the Casey Industrial Site, and the Casey Storage-in-Transit (SIT) Yard.
Characteristics
At-grade crossings have a potential for liability for rail, vehicular, and pedestrian traffic. The number of these crossings could be minimized to reduce the potential for accidents and to promote public safety. The following table displays one roadway that may be improved and the associated cost:
Identified Improvements| Class | Estimated Cost | Estimated Public Benefit |
| Class 3 Improvements (Grade Separations) | $11,000,000 | $870,000 |
| Total Identified Improvements | $11,000,000 | $870,000 |
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