The State of U.S. Railroads: A Review of Capacity and Performance Data

The State of U.S. Railroads: A Review of Capacity and Performance Data

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U.S. railroads have improved their productivity, but increasing freight volume threatens performance-degrading capacity constraints. This report describes the current state of railroad capacity and performance for freight transportation. The public consequences of private investment decisions justify a public role in addressing concerns about railroads, but better data and analysis are needed to inform transportation policymaking.