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Title Findings on Connector Designation, Data to Support Planning, and Incorporation into State Freight Plans
Date Posted 11/22/2017
URL https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/publications/fhwahop17020/index.htm
Description The purpose of this study is to identify and describe options for improving the use, condition, and performance of freight intermodal connectors through the provision of better data for planning and programming. This study describes issues related to the designation of freight intermodal connectors, examined data needs and options for a long-term data program, including the potential for the development of a stand-alone intermodal connector database; reviewed options for improving data quality and amount of data available for planning on intermodal connectors, and developed guidance on how to incorporate freight intermodal connectors into State Freight Plans.

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