Rail
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission regulates approximately 65 railroad companies operating in the state—the largest number of railroad companies per state in the United States. That translates to nearly 5,600 miles of track, 5,600 public at grade crossings, 1,500 public highway above-grade crossings and 1,685 public highway below-grade crossings.
Consumers
Consumers, such as home owners and business owners, can find helpful information on railroad safety.
Rail Safety
The Rail Safety team works to prevent accidents, promote public safety, manage complaints and conduct safety inspections.
Operation Lifesaver
This nonprofit public education program is dedicated to eliminating collision, deaths, and injuries at rail crossings.
Consumer Education
Learn about resources available to consumers, like community education events and tips on saving energy and money.
Utility Professionals
Utility professionals, including utility employees and attorneys, can review important information on railroad issues and policies.
Assessments
Review assessment factors for the transportation industry, including railroads.
Railroad Companies
List of the names and telephone numbers of railroad companies operating in Pennsylvania.
Crossing Changes
Learn about the the processes and applications to make changes to a highway railroad crossing.
Railroad Laws
Many important laws affect how railroad companies are regulated throughout the state.
Rail Safety Forms
Review the applications and forms that rail companies typically submit to the PUC.
Complaints
Learn how to submit a complaint with a public utility. You can also search existing formal complaints.
Get DetailsNeed More Help?
If you can't find what you're looking for here, please contact the PA Public Utility Commission. Call us at 1-800-692-7380 or contact us online.
Document Search
Public utility documents available electronically include case dockets, public meeting orders and more.
Filing & Resources
Find utility-related reports, laws and regulations, federal filings, tariffs, procedures and more.
eFILING
Consumers, utilities and attorneys can save time by submitting documents to the PUC electronically.
