crash wall definition

crash wall means a concrete structure constructed to reduce potential loss of life, damage to property and rail operations by intercepting or deflecting derailed engines and cars, and is designed to take into account variables such as train speed, weight and angle of impact.

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  • Sump means any pit or reservoir that meets the definition of tank and those troughs/trenches connected to it that serve to collect hazardous waste for transport to hazardous waste storage, treatment, or disposal facilities; except that as used in the landfill, surface impoundment, and waste pile rules, “sump” means any lined pit or reservoir that serves to collect liquids drained from a leachate collection and removal system or leak detection system for subsequent removal from the system.

  • Incinerator means any enclosed device that:

  • PNode has the meaning set forth in the CAISO Tariff.

  • Barrier means Barrier Level x R (initial).

  • Flue means a passage for conveying the products of combustion from a gas appliance to the external air.

  • Diameter at breast height (dbh) means the diameter of a tree at 4 1/2 feet above the ground measured from the uphill side.

  • Hydraulic lift tank means a tank holding hydraulic fluid for a closed-loop mechanical system that uses compressed air or hydraulic fluid to operate lifts, elevators, and other similar devices.

  • Topsoil means a varying depth (up to 300 mm) of the soil profile irrespective of the fertility, appearance, structure, agricultural potential, fertility and composition of the soil;

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  • fire hydrant means a fire plug or fixed pillar fire hydrant;

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  • Gasohol means a blended fuel composed of gasoline and fuel grade ethanol.

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