Virginia § 56-451.1 - Keeping unused tracks in place
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§ 56-451.1. Keeping unused tracks in place
If a railroad company discontinues operations on all or any portion of its line of railroad (other than yard tracks, passing sidings, or tracks unneeded because of the diversion of traffic over parallel or other substitute tracks), it shall notify the governing body of any city, town or county directly served by the portion of line so discontinued. Retention of such track in place shall be in accordance with federal rules and regulations.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 56-451.1
What does Code of Virginia § 56-451.1 cover?
Section 56-451.1 ("Keeping unused tracks in place") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. 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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