Crossing 432598W
MERCEDES, TEXAS - Rio Valley Switching Company
Location
| City | MERCEDES |
| State | TEXAS |
| County | HIDALGO |
| Street | SOUTH VERMONT AVENUE |
| Coordinates | 26.15073, -97.92055 |
Railroad
| Railroad | Rio Valley Switching Company |
| Max Train Speed | 10 mph |
Warning Devices
| Warning Device | - |
| Gates | Yes |
Safety Record
| Total Accidents | 2 |
| Total Fatalities | 1 |
| Total Injuries | 0 |
Location Map
Accident History
All recorded accidents at crossing 432598W in MERCEDES, TEXAS.
| Year | Railroad | Killed | Injured | Vehicle Type | Train Speed | Time | Narrative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Rio Valley Switching Company | 0 | 0 | Motorcycle | 10 mph | 2:45 PM | TRUCK DRIVER FAILED TO STOP FOR TRAIN. DRIVER STATED HE SAW TRAIN BUT DID NOT STOP AND TRIED TO GET TRUCK PASSED TRA... |
| 1989 | Union Pacific Railroad Company | 1 | 0 | Auto | 25 mph | 6:50 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.