Intercity rail transportation means transportation provided by Amtrak.
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§ 37.3 Intercity rail transportation
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Cross Slope
Cross Slope. The difference in elevation from edge to edge of an ORAR, trail, or beach access route measured perpendicular to the direction of travel. This may be expressed as...
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Running Slope (Grade)
Running Slope (Grade). The difference in elevation of a section of an ORAR, trail, or beach access route measured parallel to the predominant direction of travel. This may be...
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Surface
The top layer of ground on a recreation site, ORAR, trail, or beach access route.
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§ 37.3 Light rail
Light rail means a streetcar-type vehicle operated on city streets, semi-exclusive rights of way, or exclusive rights of way. Service may be provided by step-entry vehicles or by...
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Firm
Firm. A firm surface resists deformation by indentations. During the planning process, firmness must be evaluated for noticeable distortion or compression during the seasons...
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Stable
Stable. A surface is not permanently affected by expected weather conditions and can sustain normal wear and tear from the expected use(s) of the area, between planned...
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§ 37.3 New vehicle
New vehicle means a vehicle which is offered for sale or lease after manufacture without any prior use.
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Technical Requirements
The specific numbers, conditions, and measurements that are required to be achieved (percent that must comply, dimensions, reach ranges, grades, trail width, etc.).
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Tent Pad
An outdoor space designed and constructed for setting-up and securing tents.
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§ 37.3 Operates
Operates includes, with respect to a fixed route or demand responsive system, the provision of transportation service by a public or private entity itself or by a person under a...
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§ 37.3 Over-the-road bus
Over-the-road bus means a bus characterized by an elevated passenger deck located over a baggage compartment.
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Tent Platform
An outdoor space designed and constructed for setting-up and securing tents that is elevated above the ground surface.
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Trail
For purposes of the FSTAG and FSORAG, a trail is a pedestrian route developed primarily for outdoor recreational purposes. A pedestrian route provided primarily to connect elements,...
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§ 37.3 Paratransit
Paratransit means comparable transportation service required by the ADA for individuals with disabilities who are unable to use fixed route transportation systems.
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Trailhead
For purposes of the FSORAG and FSTAG, a trailhead is an outdoor space that is designated by an entity responsible for maintaining or administering the trail to serve as an access...
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§ 37.3 Private entity
Private entity means any entity other than a public entity.
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Vehicle Parking Lot
An area specifically intended for parking of more than two motor vehicles, usually divided into multiple designated parking spaces.
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§ 37.3 Public entity
Public entity means: (1) Any state or local government; (2) Any department, agency, special purpose district, or other instrumentality of one or more state or local...
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§ 37.3 Purchase or lease
Purchase or lease, with respect to vehicles, means the time at which an entity is legally obligated to obtain the vehicles, such as the time of contract execution.
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Viewing Area
An outdoor space developed for viewing a landscape or point of interest such as a mountain range, a valley, or a waterfall.
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§ 37.3 Public school transportation
Public school transportation means transportation by schoolbus vehicles of schoolchildren, personnel, and equipment to and from a public elementary or secondary school and...
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Wheelchair
A person whose disability requires use of a wheelchair or mobility device may use a wheelchair or mobility device that meets this definition anywhere foot travel is permitted (36 CFR 212...
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§ 37.3 Rapid rail
Rapid rail means a subway-type transit vehicle railway operated on exclusive private rights of way with high level platform stations. Rapid rail also may operate on elevated or at...