Crossing 517178F
CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA — Kanawha River Railroad
Location
| City | CHARLESTON |
| State | WEST VIRGINIA |
| County | KANAWHA |
| Street | RUFFNER AVENUE |
| Coordinates | 38.34700, -81.61946 |
Railroad
| Railroad | Kanawha River Railroad |
| Max Train Speed | 25 mph |
Warning Devices
| Warning Device | — |
| Gates | Yes |
Safety Record
| Total Accidents | 6 |
| Total Fatalities | 0 |
| Total Injuries | 0 |
Location Map
Accident History
All recorded accidents at crossing 517178F in CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA.
| Year | Railroad | Killed | Injured | Vehicle Type | Train Speed | Time | Narrative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Norfolk Southern Railway Company | 0 | 0 | Auto | 2 mph | 1:20 AM | — |
| 2003 | Norfolk Southern Railway Company | 0 | 0 | Auto | 2 mph | 12:15 PM | — |
| 1979 | Conrail | 0 | 0 | Auto | 3 mph | 2:05 PM | — |
| 1979 | Conrail | 0 | 0 | Bus | 5 mph | 12:05 PM | — |
| 1979 | Conrail | 0 | 0 | Auto | 4 mph | 3:45 AM | — |
| 1976 | Conrail | 0 | 0 | Auto | 3 mph | 12:30 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.