MP:  162.32

 

Created May 1, 2007

 

Total Accidents:   5

Crossing DOT #:  062982V
TOTAL DAILY TRAINS:   72   (AS OF 2008)

 

These photos were taken by CIC755 on March 10, 2007.

 

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We first see a BNSF train passing behind a Safetran 12"x20" incandescent cantilever signal with rear lights on the gate.

9 minutes later, another BNSF crosses in the opposite direction.

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The train crosses, and blocks traffic for about 9 minutes!

Facing NorthEast on Chambers St.
Facing North on Chambers St.

 

Note that each signal has an electronic bell.

 

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Facing West. The signals start up again!

This time for an Amtrak train!

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The Amtrak train passes.
The relay case.
An unusual signal installed on the left side of the street!

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Facing South towards a Mulberry cantilever..
Facing East on Mulberry.
Facing South from the Chambers side of the crossing.

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Facing North on Chambers Ave.