10 Amtrak trains (Lincoln and Texas Eagle Service)
Communities Benefited:
McCook
Benefits
Improving the current connection has increased maximum speeds to 25 mph from 10 mph and increased capacity of this segment. Improved freight train movement has reduced conflict with passenger trains along the Heritage Corridor.
Scope of Work
Constructed a second connecting track between BNSF and Indiana Harbor Belt/CSX and extended the existing connecting track an additional 7,000 feet. Added signalization to improve visibility.
Project Status
Phase I
Completed
Phase II
Completed
Phase III
Completed
Project Location Map
Project outlines and locations shown above are approximations and do not necessarily represent final design and construction limits.