Practical railroad engineering reference for the field and the office.
This edition compiles essential tables, methods, and guidance that a civil or railroad engineer uses on projects from earthwork to bridges. It emphasizes hands‑on calculations, staking, surveying, and the day‑to‑day details of planning and executing large infrastructure work.
The book covers key topics such as curves for railroads, earthwork, masonry, culverts and bridges, construction details, and the management of surveys and records. It blends step‑by‑step procedures with field notes and practical rules of thumb to help engineers work accurately and efficiently.
- Clear methods for locating curves, measuring deflections, and staking the center line
- Field notes, instructions, and standards for earthwork, masonry, and bridge work
- Guidance on surveying, measurements, estimates, and record keeping
- Practical tables and reference materials to support on‑site decision making
Ideal for readers of mid‑ to advanced‑level civil and railroad engineering who need a durable, field‑ready reference for everyday challenges in the right‑of‑way, construction, and maintenance.