Tons of coal move south through Standing Rock on a cloudless day. Two engines up front, and one on the rear, keep 115 loads in order for the long trip to Jacksonville, FL.
58 cars of rock are being hauled south by a rebuilt flared MAC and GE locomotive. This EMD was original built in 2003, and now has many more miles ahead after receiving some up grades.
The crossbucks start to flash, and the distinct sound of an air horn catches your attention as one of many trains approaches the crossing on HWY 278. In a matter of moments, a loaded coal train l... (more)
A short consist (41 cars) out of Boyles Yard in Birmingham, heads south on a beautiful day in Standing Rock. CSX power leads the freight on the mainline pass one of the longest sidings on the Lin... (more)