Crossing 297578N
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE — Illinois Central Railroad Company
Location
| City | MEMPHIS |
| State | TENNESSEE |
| County | SHELBY |
| Street | BROOKS AVE |
| Coordinates | 35.06266, -90.04960 |
Railroad
| Railroad | Illinois Central Railroad Company |
| Max Train Speed | 20 mph |
Warning Devices
| Warning Device | — |
| Gates | Yes |
Safety Record
| Total Accidents | 10 |
| Total Fatalities | 2 |
| Total Injuries | 5 |
Location Map
Accident History
All recorded accidents at crossing 297578N in MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE.
| Year | Railroad | Killed | Injured | Vehicle Type | Train Speed | Time | Narrative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Illinois Central Railroad Company | 0 | 0 | Auto | — | 2:26 AM | MOTORIST STRUCK THE SIDE OF THE LOCOMOTIVE AS IT WAS STOPPED ON THE CROSSING. |
| 1982 | Illinois Central Gulf Railroad Company | 0 | 0 | Motorcycle | 15 mph | 2:05 PM | — |
| 1981 | Illinois Central Gulf Railroad Company | 0 | 1 | Bus | 10 mph | 12:50 PM | — |
| 1979 | Illinois Central Gulf Railroad Company | 0 | 1 | Auto | 10 mph | 4:47 PM | — |
| 1978 | Illinois Central Gulf Railroad Company | 0 | 0 | Bus | 30 mph | 7:38 AM | — |
| 1978 | Illinois Central Gulf Railroad Company | 1 | 0 | Bus | 20 mph | 6:52 AM | — |
| 1977 | Illinois Central Gulf Railroad Company | 0 | 0 | Motorcycle | 10 mph | 5:25 PM | — |
| 1977 | Illinois Central Gulf Railroad Company | 1 | 1 | Auto | 25 mph | 6:45 AM | — |
| 1977 | Illinois Central Gulf Railroad Company | 0 | 1 | Auto | 20 mph | 7:40 PM | — |
| 1975 | Illinois Central Gulf Railroad Company | 0 | 1 | Bus | 20 mph | 6:55 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.