Contact: Dustin Sternbeck, Assistant City Manager  
d.sternbeck@manassasparkva.gov 
(571) 602-5477 
 

City Advises of Intermittent Malfunctions of Safety Equipment at Manassas Drive Railroad Crossing   
 
Manassas Park, VA – The City of Manassas Park is advising motorists and pedestrians of intermittent malfunctions involving the safety arms and warning lights at the railroad crossing on Manassas Drive in the downtown area.  
 
Specifically, the equipment may operate normally at times and malfunction at others. The City is aware of the issue and is working with the appropriate partners to address the intermittent malfunctions.  
 
If motorists or pedestrians observe the railroad crossing arms or warning lights not working properly, they should call 9-1-1 immediately.  
 
The City reminds the community of the following railroad crossing safety precautions:  
 
- Never drive around a lowered safety arm. 
- Never stop a vehicle on railroad tracks. 
- Make sure there is enough room on the other side of the crossing for your entire vehicle before proceeding. 
- Never attempt to lift, move, or interfere with a railroad crossing arm. 
- If the arms or warning lights appear to be malfunctioning, call 9-1-1 immediately and use extreme caution. 
- Pedestrians should cross only at designated crossings and remain alert for approaching trains. 
- If a vehicle becomes disabled or stuck on the tracks, exit the vehicle immediately, move a safe distance away from the tracks, and call 9-1-1. 
 
The City will continue coordinating with the appropriate partners and monitoring the crossing. Additional information will be provided to the community as it becomes available.   
 
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