RCW 46.61.340 - railroad crossings

Question 1

Stopping distance at railroad crossings

Answer 1

the driver of such vehicle shall stop within 50 feet but not less than 15 feet from the nearest rail of such railroad, and shall not proceed until the crossing can be made safely when

• A clearly visible electric or mechanical signal device gives warning of the immediate approach of a railroad train
• A crossing gate is lowered or when a human flagger gives or continues to give a signal of the approach
• An approaching railroad train or other on-track equipment is plainly visible

Question 2

Barrier

Answer 2

No person shall drive any vehicle through, around or under any crossing gate or barrier at a railroad crossing while such gate or barrier is closed or is being opened or closed.