Crossing 716205Y
LOWELL, NORTH CAROLINA — Norfolk Southern Railway Company
Location
| City | LOWELL |
| State | NORTH CAROLINA |
| County | GASTON |
| Street | MAIN STREET |
| Coordinates | 35.26617, -81.10174 |
Railroad
| Railroad | Norfolk Southern Railway Company |
| Max Train Speed | 79 mph |
Warning Devices
| Warning Device | — |
| Gates | Yes |
Safety Record
| Total Accidents | 4 |
| Total Fatalities | 1 |
| Total Injuries | 0 |
Location Map
Accident History
All recorded accidents at crossing 716205Y in LOWELL, NORTH CAROLINA.
| Year | Railroad | Killed | Injured | Vehicle Type | Train Speed | Time | Narrative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Norfolk Southern Railway Company | 0 | 0 | Auto | 34 mph | 3:15 AM | MOTORIST DROVE THROUGH GATES AND WAS STRUCK BY SOUTHBOUND TRAIN 203P310. |
| 1981 | SOUTHERN RAILWAY COMPANY | 0 | 0 | Auto | 6 mph | 12:23 AM | — |
| 1981 | Amtrak (National Railroad Passenger Corporation) | 0 | 0 | School bus | 53 mph | 3:51 AM | — |
| 1981 | SOUTHERN RAILWAY COMPANY | 1 | 0 | School bus | 53 mph | 3:51 AM | — |
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.