FORT WORTH, Texas – BNSF Railway has given four new locations its Certified Sites designation, clearing the way for rail-served development along its network.
The new sites, which are ready for development, are located in Kansas, Nebraska, Washington, and Wyoming. The include Dodge City Business Park in Dodge City, Kan.; Seward/Lincon Regional Rail Campus in Seward, Neb.; the Reimann Industrial Center, Pasco, Wash.; and the Upton Logistics Center in Upton, Wyo.
In order to be considered, sites must undergo a thorough analysis which includes an evaluation of environmental and geotechnical standards, available utilities, site availability and existing and proposed infrastructure.
“BNSF’s Site Certification Program creates tremendous value for customers who are seeking a rail-served industrial site by accelerating the process required for economic growth and development,” Chris Danos, BNSF’s assistant vice president, economic development, said in a statement on Monday. “A customer who builds a new rail-served facility at one of these sites is expected to save six to nine months of valuable construction time as a result of this shovel-ready program.”
Certified Sites are a part of BNSF’s Premier Parks, Sites and Transload program, which now includes 33 locations along BNSF’s net
Dodge City, KS is an interesting locale for development. Not on the TransCon, but close enough to warrant development.
Good for you BNSF anything you can do to Avoid Congestion Issues