Alabama § 37-2-131 - Connection of Tracks and Interchange of Traffic - Generally.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 37-2-131 — Connection of Tracks and Interchange of Traffic - Generally., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 37-2-131. Connection of Tracks and Interchange of Traffic - Generally.
Railroads may be constructed so as to cross or connect with each other, by the main or branch tracks; and any person or corporation operating a railroad, when required, must transport or draw over such railroad, main line or branches, the passengers, freight or cars of any intersecting railroad, or any railroad connecting therewith, directly or indirectly, on reasonable terms, and for a reasonable compensation; but such person or corporation is not required to receive or transport the cars of any other railroad, unless such cars are adapted to the gauge of its track, are sufficiently strong, and are otherwise in proper condition for safe transportation.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Code of Alabama § 37-2-131 cover?
Section 37-2-131 ("Connection of Tracks and Interchange of Traffic - Generally.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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