What this tracks
This dataset maps active railroad lines across Kansas, showing ownership, classification, and operational status.
Why it matters to you
If you’re considering buying property near rail lines in Kansas, this data tells you whether active freight trains run nearby and who operates them. Business owners shipping goods can identify which railroads serve their area and whether they’re part of the national freight network. Homebuyers in cities like Wichita or Topeka can check if a home is near high-traffic Class I lines that may cause noise or vibration.
How to read this data
RailroadOwner — The company operating the line (e.g., “UP” for Union Pacific).
Class — Railroad classification (e.g., “I” for major national carriers).
BeginMile/EndMile — Where the segment starts and ends (e.g., 244.3 to 248.0 means this segment covers miles 244 through 248 on that subdivision).
PrimaryFreightNetwork — “1” means this segment is part of the national freight corridor system.
Try it yourself
Check Kansas’s railroad map to see if your neighborhood has active lines by comparing locations to the BeginMile/EndMile values.