Crossing 517062E
BUFFALO, WEST VIRGINIA — Kanawha River Railroad
Location
| City | BUFFALO |
| State | WEST VIRGINIA |
| County | PUTNAM |
| Street | CHARLESTON ROAD |
| Coordinates | 38.63869, -81.96094 |
Railroad
| Railroad | Kanawha River Railroad |
| Max Train Speed | 40 mph |
Warning Devices
| Warning Device | — |
| Gates | Yes |
Safety Record
| Total Accidents | 3 |
| Total Fatalities | 1 |
| Total Injuries | 2 |
Location Map
Accident History
All recorded accidents at crossing 517062E in BUFFALO, WEST VIRGINIA.
| Year | Railroad | Killed | Injured | Vehicle Type | Train Speed | Time | Narrative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Conrail | 0 | 0 | Auto | 15 mph | 9:00 PM | — |
| 1983 | Conrail | 0 | 0 | Auto | 22 mph | 4:15 PM | — |
| 1980 | Conrail | 1 | 2 | Auto | 28 mph | 2:47 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.