MP: 153.91

Updated January 2026

Total Accidents:   0
Crossing DOT #:  069913L
TOTAL DAILY TRAINS:  32   (AS OF 2019)

>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Western Signal Eastern Signal
Bell: GS E-Bell None
Base: WCH 5" Single Sided ^ WCH 5" Single Sided ^
Lights: 4 - 12"x20" Harmon w/ Dialight Ball LEDs 4 - 12"x20" Harmon w/ Dialight Ball LEDs
Junction Box: Harmon Harmon
Gate Lights: 3 - 4" RECO 3 - 4" RECO
Gate Mechanism: US&S Model 95 Style 1 w/ GSI Gate Saver US&S Model 95 Style 1 w/ GSI Gate Saver
Gate Striping: Vertical & Diagonal Striping Vertical Striping

Pictures 1-26 were taken on December 4, 2021.
Pictures 27-33 were taken on June 9, 2025.
All pictures were taken by Tommy McGowan.
This crossing is located on the BNSF Aurora Sub.

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Overview of 2 gated signals facing east. Overview facing west.
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The western signal.
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The eastern signal.
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The relay bungalow in the southwest quadrant. The grade is all concrete. Track view facing north towards River Rd. #3 in Galena. Track view facing south towards Palisades Park.
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In June 2025, we see the western signal's wishbone gate mount was replaced with a GSI gate saver, and the gate was also replaced, surprisingly with part of it being diagonal striping.