Virginia · Virginia DRPT
Rail Preservation Fund
Overview
Grants to the nine Virginia Class III short lines, maximum 70% state / minimum 30% cash-or-in-kind local match. ~$4M/yr from VDOT's Highway Construction Fund, supplementable at DRPT's discretion. Annual application window Dec 1-Feb 1 via WebGrants.
Uses
- Track Rehabilitation
- Bridge
- Grade Crossing
Funding
- Max share
- 70%
Dec 2026 – Feb 2027 windowanticipatedFeb 1, 2027
Eligibility
- Class Iii
- Municipality
- County
Restricted to applicants in Virginia.
Terms
- Mechanism: Competitive Grant
- Authorized under Va. Code §33.2-1602
- SAM.gov registration: required
How to Apply
Visit Virginia DRPT →Next deadline: February 1, 2027
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