Crossing 870430K
MICHIGAN CITY, INDIANA - Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District
Location
| City | MICHIGAN CITY |
| State | INDIANA |
| County | LA PORTE |
| Street | SPRNGVLL RD/400W |
| Coordinates | 41.71817, -86.77740 |
Railroad
| Railroad | Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District |
| Max Train Speed | 79 mph |
Warning Devices
| Warning Device | - |
| Gates | Yes |
Safety Record
| Total Accidents | 5 |
| Total Fatalities | 0 |
| Total Injuries | 4 |
Location Map
Accident History
All recorded accidents at crossing 870430K in MICHIGAN CITY, INDIANA.
| Year | Railroad | Killed | Injured | Vehicle Type | Train Speed | Time | Narrative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District | 0 | 3 | Bus | 60 mph | 1:50 PM | AUTO WAS MOVING SOUTH OVER CROSSING FAILING TO STOP FOR AN EASTBOUND TRAIN STRIKING TRAIN ON NORTHSI DE JUST BEHIND T... |
| 2004 | Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District | 0 | 1 | Auto | 62 mph | 7:30 PM | AUTO DID NOT STOP AT CROSSING AND WAS STRUCK BY AN EASTBOUND TRAIN NO. 15. |
| 1989 | Chicago Southshore & South Bend Railroad | 0 | 0 | Auto | 65 mph | 7:25 PM | - |
| 1984 | Chicago Southshore & South Bend Railroad | 0 | 0 | Auto | 50 mph | 1:50 PM | - |
| 1981 | Chicago Southshore & South Bend Railroad | 0 | 0 | Auto | 60 mph | 6:55 PM | - |
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.