Crossing 689631G
MELROSE PARK, ILLINOIS — WISCONSIN CENTRAL LTD.
Location
| City | MELROSE PARK |
| State | ILLINOIS |
| County | COOK |
| Street | GEORGE ST |
| Coordinates | 41.91744, -87.85001 |
Railroad
| Railroad | WISCONSIN CENTRAL LTD. |
| Max Train Speed | 60 mph |
Warning Devices
| Warning Device | — |
| Gates | Yes |
Safety Record
| Total Accidents | 3 |
| Total Fatalities | 1 |
| Total Injuries | 1 |
Location Map
Accident History
All recorded accidents at crossing 689631G in MELROSE PARK, ILLINOIS.
| Year | Railroad | Killed | Injured | Vehicle Type | Train Speed | Time | Narrative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | WISCONSIN CENTRAL LTD. | 1 | 0 | Auto | 31 mph | 5:40 AM | DRIVER WENT AROUND GATES AND DROVE IN FRONT OF TRAIN AND WAS STRUCK. |
| 1983 | SOO Line Railroad Company | 0 | 1 | Auto | 10 mph | 11:28 AM | — |
| 1980 | SOO Line Railroad Company | 0 | 0 | Auto | 20 mph | 8:00 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.