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The elements of railroad engineering (1897)

International Correspondence Schools · Scranton, Pa. : The Colliery engineer co. · leaf 254

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Fig. 3Ci). RAILROAD LOCATION. 843 1433. Final Location.—After the right of way hasbeen cleared, affording an unobstructed view of the ground,it will frequently be seen that slight changes in the locatedline will greatly reduce the cost of construction; and notuntil such changes are made will the… … s^ Cut 1.5ft Area=4.5 Sq.ft.Fill 30ft. Fig. 370. slight change in location, especially on a side hill line, canso greatly affect cost; and it is first cost which generally de-termines the success or failure of the enterprise. The accompanying sketches will afford some light where itis oftenest…

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