Texas Railroad Association

Texas Railroad Association (TRA) is the oldest trade association in Austin. Serving the railroad industry since 1890 and incorporated as a non-profit in 1988.

[CPKC @CPKCrail]

Ever wondered how we refuel our hydrogen locomotives? The answer lies in a blend of cutting-edge technology and green energy! 🌞💧 Watch the video to learn the science behind our green hydrogen fuelling stations. #SustainablyDriven

[Operation Lifesaver @olinational]

The force of a train hitting your car is equal to the force of a car hitting a soda can. It’s no contest.

#SeeTracksThinkTrain
#RailSafetyEducation

[Union Pacific @UnionPacific]

Union Pacific Railroad is making it easier – and more transparent – for states and local communities to work with the railroad on infrastructure projects that cross paths with its tracks. https://t.co/ywxDw6Oi4N

[Operation Lifesaver @olinational]

Do you know what to do if you see an emergency situation on the tracks?
1. Locate the Blue and White Emergency Notification System sign
2. Call the number provided

Learn more #RailSafetyEducation tips at https://t.co/yTlehZ47q7!

[Texas Railroad Association @TXRailroads]

Check out the six grants heading to #Texas under the @USDOTFRA's rail crossing elimination program 👇

https://t.co/DatCrKsGjb

[Traces of Texas @TracesofTexas]

A snow plow train leaving Mclean, Texas in 1912. The plow is a wedge plow. They run along at a pretty good clip, blasting through lesser drifts. If they get stopped by anything deep, they back up and take another run at it. Every once in a while they get stuck. The second train stopped behind the plow has what appear to be two cabooses, a place to eat and catch a nap. This would also be the worst-case back up if the plow got completely stuck. The caboose train could be run backwards to civilization. Pretty interesting photo, I think.

[Railway Tie Association @RTAHQ]

❄️ Even with the winter chill, our industry's dedication to excellence, sustainability, and collaboration warms our hearts. The work you do drives progress and strengthens the foundation of a sustainable future. Stay warm out there, and thank you for all that you do! 💪🌲🚂

[Texas Railroad Association @TXRailroads]

Our partners at @GoRail are hosting an essay contest on "Why I Am a Rail Champion." This is a great opportunity to highlight the importance of rail in your community!

Deadline is Jan. 31!

Learn more and enter here: https://t.co/Wrpg05f0nc

[Texas Railroad Association @TXRailroads]

“Did you know that #Texas is home to the largest freight rail network in the United States? Over 50 railroads operate on over 10,300 miles of track stretching from Texarkana to Terrell County.”

[Texas State Fire Marshal's Office @TXSFMO]

🦃 Thanksgiving is about spending time with your family, not your local fire department.

[Operation Lifesaver @olinational]

If you’re traveling this holiday season, remember to always make safe choices around tracks and trains.

#SeeTracksThinkTrain
#HappyThanksgiving

[Operation Lifesaver @olinational]

DYK that the weight ratio of an average freight train to that of an automobile is about 4000:1? That’s equivalent to your car hitting a soda can.

#SeeTracksThinkTrain

[Texas Railroad Association @TXRailroads]

The westbound Penn Texas route ended that month, and eastbound trips made their final run on September 30, 1970.

Still, @Amtrak maintains some of the Texas Eagle route connecting Texans to Chicago and following much of the old Penn Texas route.

[Texas Railroad Association @TXRailroads]

1/ Did you know that famed northern railroads, the Pennsylvania RR and New York Central RR, both had service to Texas at one point?

[Texas Railroad Association @TXRailroads]

7/ With the rise of airlines, ridership declined in the 1960s, and sleeper service beyond St. Louis ended on in 1961. Despite changes, the Penn Texas continued to run, even after the Pennsylvania Railroad merged with the New York Central Railroad to form Penn Central in 1968.