Idaho § 49-1425 - Railroad trains not to unnecessarily block crossings
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 49-1425 — Railroad trains not to unnecessarily block crossings, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 49-1425. Railroad trains not to unnecessarily block crossings
No person or government agency shall operate any train in a manner as to prevent vehicular use of any highway for a period of time in excess of fifteen (15) consecutive minutes except:
(1) When necessary to comply with signals affecting the safety of the movement of trains;
(2) When necessary to avoid striking any object or person on the track;
(3) When the train is stopped to comply with a governmental safety regulation;
(4) When the train is disabled;
(5) When the train is in motion except while engaged in switching operations;
(6) When there is no vehicular traffic waiting to use the crossing.
[49-1425, added 1988, ch. 265, sec. 361, p. 754.]
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 49-1425
What does Idaho Statutes § 49-1425 cover?
Section 49-1425 ("Railroad trains not to unnecessarily block crossings") is part of the Idaho Statutes, the codified statutory law of Idaho. 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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