We'll start laying new rail in the mountain sections, Colorado first.
A new rail crossing for pedestrians and cyclists was opened in 2012.
The new rails are usually needed to be prepared prior to the arrival of track renewal train.
The new rail is fitted and welded at one end.
At this time, new double parallel rails of 78 lb.
The line was upgraded with new rails, ties and heavy ballast.
No special equipment was used for this nor were new rails substituted.
The tongs are then used to install the new rail.
Failing this, I fear that citizens and governments will not be prepared to invest in new or modern rails.
In 2003, voters went to the ballot box and supported a new rail on Westpark.