[TowerTalk] ground radials and railroad tracks

[Richard W. Harris]

Hi,

I am in the process of putting down 48 radials (approx 40M length each).
Some are going to be shorter on one side.  To the west my property line
is about 32-33M away where I have a chain link fence.  On the other side
of the fence is an old railroad spur. I actually own the property but
the railroad has an easement.  They have not use the tracks in about 2-3
years so I actually think their easement may have expired. In any event,
I am going to run the radials under the fence for the last 7-8 meters
and have them either on or just under the ground.  My question is - can
I make use of the rail tracks in any way.  If I hooked my ground radials
up to the rail would this help or hurt?  Any other ways I might make use
of this rail?  Curious only.

Thanks and 73,

Richard - KJ7CU