Crossing 479896E
HOMER, ILLINOIS — Norfolk Southern Railway Company
Location
| City | HOMER |
| State | ILLINOIS |
| County | CHAMPAIGN |
| Street | MAIN STREET |
| Coordinates | 40.03471, -87.95804 |
Railroad
| Railroad | Norfolk Southern Railway Company |
| Max Train Speed | 60 mph |
Warning Devices
| Warning Device | — |
| Gates | Yes |
Safety Record
| Total Accidents | 6 |
| Total Fatalities | 1 |
| Total Injuries | 0 |
Location Map
Accident History
All recorded accidents at crossing 479896E in HOMER, ILLINOIS.
| Year | Railroad | Killed | Injured | Vehicle Type | Train Speed | Time | Narrative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Norfolk Southern Railway Company | 0 | 0 | Pick-up truck | 53 mph | 2:45 PM | — |
| 1998 | Norfolk Southern Railway Company | 0 | 0 | Auto | 40 mph | 8:10 PM | — |
| 1981 | Norfolk & Western Railway Company | 1 | 0 | Auto | 49 mph | 4:11 PM | — |
| 1978 | Norfolk & Western Railway Company | 0 | 0 | Auto | 2 mph | 3:30 PM | — |
| 1977 | Norfolk & Western Railway Company | 0 | 0 | Auto | 30 mph | 7:20 AM | — |
| 1975 | Norfolk & Western Railway Company | 0 | 0 | Bus | 45 mph | 7:30 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.