Pictures 1-4 taken by Andrew Fields.

Pictures 5-20 taken by Michael Gillson.

 

Page written by Michael Gillson.

 

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This was how the crossing looked in 2005. At the time, the crossing consisted of Safetran cantilevers with two Safetran mechanical bells. The lights were most likely 12"x24" Harmon frames with Harmon dotted LEDs.

 

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Out with the old, in with the new. These signals replaced the signals that were here in 2005.
The relay bungalow, which is elevated several feet off the ground.

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All of the lights consist of 12"x24" Harmon frames with Harmon fading LEDs.

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Both cantilevers are from Harmon.
Both gate motors are from Safetran.

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Both bells are General Signals electronic bells.
Track view, facing West.
Track view, facing East.

 

Due to the proximity of the Mississippi River and lack of flood walls, this area floods easily. This is the primary reason why the relay bungalow is elevated.

 

Pictures 1-4 taken during the summer of 2005.

Pictures 5-20 taken March 6, 2010.