Crossing 297603U
HERNANDO, MISSISSIPPI — Grenada Railroad
Location
| City | HERNANDO |
| State | MISSISSIPPI |
| County | DE SOTO |
| Street | SLOCUM ROAD |
| Coordinates | 34.78003, -89.97661 |
Railroad
| Railroad | Grenada Railroad |
| Max Train Speed | 30 mph |
Warning Devices
| Warning Device | — |
| Gates | Yes |
Safety Record
| Total Accidents | 5 |
| Total Fatalities | 4 |
| Total Injuries | 1 |
Location Map
Accident History
All recorded accidents at crossing 297603U in HERNANDO, MISSISSIPPI.
| Year | Railroad | Killed | Injured | Vehicle Type | Train Speed | Time | Narrative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Amtrak (National Railroad Passenger Corporation) | 2 | 0 | Bus | 71 mph | 12:42 PM | — |
| 1992 | Illinois Central Railroad Company | 1 | 0 | Bus | 50 mph | 5:22 PM | — |
| 1991 | Illinois Central Railroad Company | 0 | 0 | Auto | 40 mph | 8:50 AM | — |
| 1988 | Amtrak (National Railroad Passenger Corporation) | 1 | 0 | Auto | 74 mph | 7:55 AM | — |
| 1977 | Illinois Central Gulf Railroad Company | 0 | 1 | Farm vehicle | 70 mph | 10:23 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.