Crossing 234878D
NEW BUFFALO, MICHIGAN — CSX Transportation
Location
| City | NEW BUFFALO |
| State | MICHIGAN |
| County | BERRIEN |
| Street | SAND RD |
| Coordinates | 41.77630, -86.76080 |
Railroad
| Railroad | CSX Transportation |
| Max Train Speed | 65 mph |
Warning Devices
| Warning Device | — |
| Gates | No |
Safety Record
| Total Accidents | 4 |
| Total Fatalities | 1 |
| Total Injuries | 1 |
Location Map
Accident History
All recorded accidents at crossing 234878D in NEW BUFFALO, MICHIGAN.
| Year | Killed | Injured | Vehicle Type | Train Speed | Time | Narrative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | Auto | 19 mph | 1:35 AM | E80019 STRUCK UNOCCUPIED BLACK VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT THAT WENT AROUND THE BARRICADES THAT WERE BEING USE D TO BLOCK OFF F... |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 | Bus | 45 mph | 12:50 PM | MOTORIST NORTHBOUND ON SAND ROAD WAS STRUCK AND FATALLY INJURED AT CROSSING BY EASTBOUND TRAIN. |
| 1988 | 0 | 0 | Auto | 40 mph | 4:05 PM | — |
| 1986 | 0 | 1 | Auto | 5 mph | 10:37 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.