Crossing 731579S
ATHENS, TENNESSEE — Norfolk Southern Railway Company
Location
| City | ATHENS |
| State | TENNESSEE |
| County | MCMINN |
| Street | ROCKY MT ROAD |
| Coordinates | 35.43993, -84.61951 |
Railroad
| Railroad | Norfolk Southern Railway Company |
| Max Train Speed | 60 mph |
Warning Devices
| Warning Device | — |
| Gates | Yes |
Safety Record
| Total Accidents | 4 |
| Total Fatalities | 0 |
| Total Injuries | 2 |
Location Map
Accident History
All recorded accidents at crossing 731579S in ATHENS, TENNESSEE.
| Year | Railroad | Killed | Injured | Vehicle Type | Train Speed | Time | Narrative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Norfolk Southern Railway Company | 0 | 0 | Auto | 20 mph | 10:36 PM | NS TRAIN 55GT514 STRUCK AN UNOCCUPIED VEHICLE AT THE HWY-GRADE CROSSING. DRIVER INFO UNKNOWN. |
| 1991 | Norfolk Southern Railway Company | 0 | 0 | Auto | 32 mph | 4:05 PM | — |
| 1990 | SOUTHERN RAILWAY COMPANY | 0 | 1 | Bus | 24 mph | 1:45 PM | — |
| 1978 | SOUTHERN RAILWAY COMPANY | 0 | 1 | Bus | 35 mph | 3:10 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.