This code list is used in association with the Railway Use attribute which is present within the Railway Link Feature Type. The code list describes the intended use for a railway.
Label
Definition
Amusement
A railway line serving as a tourist attraction, e.g. a miniature railway.
Freight
A main line railway dedicated to the movement of freight rolling stock.
Freight And Passenger
A main line railway for the movement of freight and passenger rolling stock
Mineral
A railway line serving quarry rolling stock for the movement of mined minerals, e.g. coal, slate or granite.
Passenger
A main line railway dedicated to the movement of passenger rolling stock.
Preserved
A preserved railway line serving as a tourist attraction, e.g. a railway line dedicated to steam locomotive.