Crossing 079159R
MIDDLETOWN, IOWA — BNSF Railway Company
Location
| City | MIDDLETOWN |
| State | IOWA |
| County | DES MOINES |
| Street | PRAIRIE GROVE RD |
| Coordinates | 40.82892, -91.24273 |
Railroad
| Railroad | BNSF Railway Company |
| Max Train Speed | 79 mph |
Warning Devices
| Warning Device | — |
| Gates | Yes |
Safety Record
| Total Accidents | 5 |
| Total Fatalities | 2 |
| Total Injuries | 0 |
Location Map
Accident History
All recorded accidents at crossing 079159R in MIDDLETOWN, IOWA.
| Year | Railroad | Killed | Injured | Vehicle Type | Train Speed | Time | Narrative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Burlington Northern Railroad Company | 0 | 0 | Motorcycle | 45 mph | 9:30 AM | — |
| 1981 | Burlington Northern Railroad Company | 0 | 0 | Auto | 35 mph | 8:00 AM | — |
| 1980 | Burlington Northern Railroad Company | 2 | 0 | Truck-trailer | 60 mph | 7:40 PM | — |
| 1980 | Burlington Northern Railroad Company | 0 | 0 | Bus | 40 mph | 7:00 PM | — |
| 1975 | Burlington Northern Railroad Company | 0 | 0 | Auto | 35 mph | 8:20 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.