213.37—Vegetation.
Vegetation on railroad property which is on or immediately adjacent to roadbed shall be controlled so that it does not—
(a)
Become a fire hazard to track-carrying structures;
(b)
Obstruct visibility of railroad signs and signals:
(1)
Along the right-of-way, and
(2)
At highway-rail crossings; (This paragraph (b)(2) is applicable September 21, 1999.)
(c)
Interfere with railroad employees performing normal trackside duties;
(d)
Prevent proper functioning of signal and communication lines; or
(e)
Prevent railroad employees from visually inspecting moving equipment from their normal duty stations.