The Wokingham Level Crossing renewal project demonstrates advanced infrastructure maintenance capabilities through complete track and crossing renewal within a critical 27-hour possession window. This Network Rail Wessex Region project encompasses full formation reconstruction, new track installation, and level crossing reinstatement.
Technical Specifications
| Component | Specification | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Track Length | Site specific | NR/L2/TRK/2102 |
| Formation Depth | 800mm minimum | NR/L2/TRK/2102 |
| Sleeper Type | Concrete G44 | NR/L2/TRK/2028 |
| Rail Section | CEN60 coated | NR/L2/TRK/001 |
| Crossing Surface | Strail system | NR/L3/TRK/3011 |
Implementation Timeline (Indicative only)
| Phase | Duration (hrs) | Dependencies |
|---|---|---|
| Site Setup | 2 | Possession granted |
| Crossing Removal | 4 | Setup complete |
| Track Removal | 3 | Crossing clear |
| Formation Works | 8 | Track removed |
| Track Installation | 6 | Formation ready |
| Crossing Installation | 4 | Track complete |
Technical Components
Track Renewal
| Element | Specification | Implementation |
|---|---|---|
| Sleepers | New concrete | Full replacement |
| Rails | Coated rails | New installation |
| Formation | Full dig | Complete renewal |
| Track Bed | New construction | To standard |
Level Crossing
| Component | Action | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Crossing Surface | Removal/Reinstatement | Network Rail spec |
| Foundations | New installation | Full depth |
| Drainage | System renewal | As required |
| Road Interface | Full reconstruction | Highway compliant |
Work Sequence
- Crossing removal
- Track removal
- Formation excavation
- New formation construction
- New track installation
- Crossing reinstatement
Key Project Elements
. Formation Works:
- Full depth excavation
- New drainage installation
- Engineered fill placement
- Compaction to specification
. Track Installation:
- New concrete sleepers
- Coated rail sections
- Pandrol fastening system
- Stress-free installation
. Level Crossing:
- New foundation system
- Strail panel installation
- Road interface works
- Signal integration
. Quality Control:
- Track geometry verification
- Compaction testing
- Rail stress measurements
- Final inspection
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