Crossing 174088F
DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS — Union Pacific Railroad Company
Location
| City | DES PLAINES |
| State | ILLINOIS |
| County | COOK |
| Street | MT PROSPECT ROAD |
| Coordinates | 42.01140, -87.92069 |
Railroad
| Railroad | Union Pacific Railroad Company |
| Max Train Speed | 50 mph |
Warning Devices
| Warning Device | — |
| Gates | Yes |
Safety Record
| Total Accidents | 8 |
| Total Fatalities | 1 |
| Total Injuries | 5 |
Location Map
Accident History
All recorded accidents at crossing 174088F in DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS.
| Year | Railroad | Killed | Injured | Vehicle Type | Train Speed | Time | Narrative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Union Pacific Railroad Company | 0 | 0 | Auto | 5 mph | 1:00 PM | BOX 41. STOPPED BEFORE GATES |
| 1996 | SOO Line Railroad Company | 0 | 1 | Auto | 35 mph | 3:15 PM | — |
| 1992 | SOO Line Railroad Company | 0 | 1 | School bus | 39 mph | 3:06 PM | — |
| 1988 | SOO Line Railroad Company | 0 | 1 | Auto | 25 mph | 12:55 AM | — |
| 1986 | Chicago And North Western Railway Company | 0 | 0 | Auto | 26 mph | 11:19 PM | — |
| 1986 | Chicago And North Western Railway Company | 0 | 1 | Auto | 45 mph | 9:40 PM | — |
| 1985 | Chicago And North Western Railway Company | 0 | 1 | Auto | 25 mph | 9:30 PM | — |
| 1981 | Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul & Pacific Railroad | 1 | 0 | Auto | 35 mph | 4:15 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.