BNSF Geometry Train southbound with power not normally used for this train.
A pair of Sheridan-based helpers assist a westbound loaded coal train up the grade through Parkman, WY on BNSF's Big Horn Sub. Traffic this day was extremely sparse, with several train running mil... (more)
NS 205 with a BNSF SD70MAC leader moves slowly across the Flats Viaduct on the Cleveland District
Coal empties for Rosebud Mine creep past Milepost 95. Due to "damaged or missing" crossbucks at Milepost 94, the train must travel at no more than 15 mph until that crossing is completely blocked.
With two SD70MACs pulling and a GEVO pushing, coal loads accelerate eastward out of East Grand Forks with the Cass Lake Local not far ahead.
Coal empties begin rolling north late in the day following a routine crew change at the former Burlington Northern yard in Trinidad. The unmistakable Fishers Peak Mesa looms large in the backgroun... (more)
Heading into the afternoon sun.