What are the three classes of railroads in the United States?
Q: What are the three classes of railroads in the United States?
A: The three classes of railroads in the United States are Class I, II, and III.
Q: Who decides how big a railroad needs to be to be classified as one of these classes?
A: The Surface Transportation Board is responsible for deciding how large a railroad needs to be to be classified into one of these classes.
Q: How many Class I freight railroads are there in the US?
A: There are six Class I freight railroads in the US.
Q: How many Class I freight railroads are there in Canada?
A: There are two Class I freight railroads in Canada.
Q: Do any Canadian companies have trackage in the US?
A: Yes, both Canadian companies have trackage in the US.
Q: How many Class I freight railroads does Mexico have?
A: Mexico has two Class I freight railroads, one with trackage in the US.
Q: Are Amtrak and Via Rail both considered Class I railways?
A: Yes, Amtrak and Via Rail are both considered Class I railways.
