MP:  75.11

 

Updated October 8, 2010

 

Total Accidents:   3

Crossing DOT #:  175122N
TOTAL DAILY TRAINS:   55   (AS OF 2008)

 

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The signals in action. These are all WCH parts, including the L.E.D. lights, the 12"x24" lights, and the electronic bells.

 

This crossing is next to a railroad park meant for railfans. Rochelle wants to get rid of it. They are always looking for excuses to abandon it, which is a really dumb idea.

 

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A side view of the signals while still active.
A closeup of the whole southbound signal.
A track view facing East.

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Some different angles of the lights...

 

Pictures 1-9 were taken on August 10, 2007 from chicagorailfan@yahoo.com.

 

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On September 18, 2010, A.J. Gonfiantini came out to the crossing, showing no changes to the signals.