Crossing 235187Y
BITELY, MICHIGAN — Marquette Rail LLC
Location
| City | BITELY |
| State | MICHIGAN |
| County | NEWAYGO |
| Street | w 15 MILE RD/LILLEY |
| Coordinates | 43.77076, -85.85397 |
Railroad
| Railroad | Marquette Rail LLC |
| Max Train Speed | 25 mph |
Warning Devices
| Warning Device | — |
| Gates | No |
Safety Record
| Total Accidents | 4 |
| Total Fatalities | 1 |
| Total Injuries | 4 |
Location Map
Accident History
All recorded accidents at crossing 235187Y in BITELY, MICHIGAN.
| Year | Railroad | Killed | Injured | Vehicle Type | Train Speed | Time | Narrative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | CSX Transportation | 0 | 1 | Auto | 40 mph | 9:25 PM | EASTBOUND AUTO ON 15 MILE ROAD SLID INTO SIDE OF LEAD LOCOMOTIVE OF SOUTHBOUND TRAIN |
| 1989 | CSX Transportation | 0 | 1 | Auto | 38 mph | 3:10 AM | — |
| 1981 | CHESAPEAKE & OHIO RAILWAY CO. | 1 | 0 | Bus | 40 mph | 4:35 PM | — |
| 1978 | CHESAPEAKE & OHIO RAILWAY CO. | 0 | 2 | Auto | 28 mph | 11:50 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.