Railroad Line Staking

Hello,
Your input would be appreciated, what is the most efficient way to calculate,layout and quality control the staking of railroad lines? We currently have a rail project but the project surveyor is using alignments to stake out the centerline of

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Construction Surveying and Layout 3rd Edition Sample Chapter

 

Below is a sample chapter from the ultra useful book, "Construction Surveying and Layout" by Wesley G Crawford.  You will see that this book is PACKED with tutorials, best practices, tips and tricks for construction surveying. I'd be willing to bet

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Procedure for LEOC Calculations

 

PROCEDURE FOR CALCULATING L.E.O.C.

The procedure uses the calculated latitudes and departures to determine the Linear
Error of Closure (LEOC).
Step 1                Sum  the North Latitude column (926.1908). Sum the South Latitude column
         

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Solutions Manual for Construction Stakeout

Sometimes you just need the answers in your pocket. This Solutions Manual for Construction Stakeout was written and prepared by our fellow member Wesley G Crawford of Creative Construction.  Mr. Crawford has several not-to-be-missed online tutorials

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