Crossing 870884J
GARY, INDIANA — Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District
Location
| City | GARY |
| State | INDIANA |
| County | LAKE |
| Street | OHIO ST |
| Coordinates | 41.60171, -87.32105 |
Railroad
| Railroad | Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District |
| Max Train Speed | 79 mph |
Warning Devices
| Warning Device | — |
| Gates | Yes |
Safety Record
| Total Accidents | 4 |
| Total Fatalities | 1 |
| Total Injuries | 0 |
Location Map
Accident History
All recorded accidents at crossing 870884J in GARY, INDIANA.
| Year | Railroad | Killed | Injured | Vehicle Type | Train Speed | Time | Narrative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Illinois Central Railroad Company | 0 | 0 | Auto | 35 mph | 6:48 AM | DRIVER OF VEHICLE STATED THAT HE STOPPED FOR CROSSING, AS HE STARTED OVER CROSSING THE GATES CAME DO WN ON VEHICLE, A... |
| 1990 | Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District | 0 | 0 | Motorcycle | 30 mph | 6:32 AM | — |
| 1976 | Chicago Southshore & South Bend Railroad | 1 | 0 | Auto | 35 mph | 6:44 AM | — |
| 1976 | Chicago Southshore & South Bend Railroad | 0 | 0 | Auto | 45 mph | 5:00 AM | — |
About This Railroad Crossing
Railroad crossing data is maintained by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). Crossings are rated by traffic volume, accident history, and safety equipment. Always stop at crossings with active warning signals.