Pictures 1-26 were taken on September 15, 2016, by Tommy McGowan.
The 1st video was taken on April 7, 2018, by Tommy McGowan.
The 2nd video was taken on April 22, 2018, by Tommy McGowan.
Pictures 27-32 were taken on April 25, 2018, by Tommy McGowan.
The 3rd video was taken on September 13, 2018, by Tommy McGowan.
Pictures 33-43 were taken on April 16, 2025, by Tommy McGowan.
The 4th video was taken on August 2, 2025, by Norfolk Southern Railfan.
This crossing is located on the NS Chicago Line.
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images from the late 90s or early 2000s showing 2 Conrail gated
signals with 8" lights, WCH gate mechanisms and a Safetran Hybrid Bell. By 2016, the southern signal's gate was replaced.
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Overview of 2 Conrail gated signals facing south.
Overview facing north.
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The northern signal.
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The southern signal. Both gates had 4" NEG incandescents at the time.
Track view facing east towards Reiman Rd. in Clay Center.
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The wayside signals right next to the crossing.
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In April 2018, we see the northern signal's gate lights were changed to 4" NEG LEDs.
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In April 2025, we see the northern
signal's gate was restriped, still retaining the 4" NEG LEDs, while the
southern signal's gate was replaced entirely, now having 4" RECO
incandescents.
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I don't know who Dan is, but whoever you are, you are the weakest link. Goodbye.