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EXISTING PLANS South Dakota State Rail Plan
The SDDOT has created the State Rail Plan to provide direction for the State's rail transportation planning efforts and investment strategies for the next 20 years. State Rail Investment Guide bit.ly/SD_RailInvestGuide
South Dakota Department of Transportation Freight Plan
For more details on the SDDOT Rail plans, visit the link below. dot.sd.gov/transportation/railroads/ about-railroads
The purpose of the South Dakota Highway Freight Plan is to guide improvement of South Dakota's overall freight system and support the SDDOT mission to provide a safe and effective public transportation system.
State Freight Plan bit.ly/SD_FreightPlan Midwest Regional Rail Plan
TRENDS
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) conducted the Midwest Regional Rail Planning Study (MWRRP), which aims to plan an intercity passenger rail network in collaboration with stakeholders from the Midwest region. The MWRRP outlines a comprehensive vision for the next 40 years, encompassing various aspects such as network structure, service standards, funding, and administrative framework.
Enhancement of existing terminals and interchanges to reduce shipment delays
Promote rail-served industrial development
Midwest Regional Rail Plan bit.ly/MidwestRegionalRailPlan
Maintain existing rail infrastructure in a state of good repair
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South Dakota Governor’s Office of Economic Development
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