Crossing 174096X
DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS — Union Pacific Railroad Company
Location
| City | DES PLAINES |
| State | ILLINOIS |
| County | COOK |
| Street | EAST OAKTON STREET |
| Coordinates | 42.02326, -87.91364 |
Railroad
| Railroad | Union Pacific Railroad Company |
| Max Train Speed | 50 mph |
Warning Devices
| Warning Device | — |
| Gates | Yes |
Safety Record
| Total Accidents | 4 |
| Total Fatalities | 1 |
| Total Injuries | 1 |
Location Map
Accident History
All recorded accidents at crossing 174096X in DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS.
| Year | Railroad | Killed | Injured | Vehicle Type | Train Speed | Time | Narrative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Union Pacific Railroad Company | 0 | 1 | Pick-up truck | 15 mph | 4:50 AM | — |
| 2001 | SOO Line Railroad Company | 0 | 0 | Auto | 25 mph | 6:05 AM | TRAIN 284-04 OPERATING OVER UNION PACIFIC TRACKAGE WAS STRUCK BY VEHICLE AT OAKTON STREET CROSSING. EASTBOUND CAR BRO... |
| 1994 | SOO Line Railroad Company | 1 | 0 | Auto | 30 mph | 3:40 PM | — |
| 1978 | Chicago And North Western Railway Company | 0 | 0 | Bus | 3 mph | 6:45 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.