Shenandoah Junction is a neat location. What more could you ask for; classic N&W CPL's, two busy mainlines, and plenty of railfan friendly viewing areas.
Tonight turned out to be one of those special evenings. A train ended up stalling on Scary hill due to one of their engines dying, which had to be pushed over the hill. It isn't that often that ... (more)
This shifter is headed for the massive John E. Amos power plant.
This engine is tucked in behind Cargil's Bloomingsburg elevator.
We were hoping to see this turn from Grove City do some switching in Washington Court House, but instead, it tied down right at this spot.
This work train is tied down for the weekend. The St. Albans yard office has obviously seen better days.
Caboose 900035 is now assigned to CSX's South Charleston yard, where it is used in work train service such as this.
This eastbound mixed freight is passing Ashland yard, used to serve the many local industries found in the area.
This mine shifter departed Grafton around 3:00 pm and finally arrived at Hampton Jct. at around 6:30 pm. The train will head down the Pickens subdivision and deliver empties to the Sawmill Run pr... (more)
Beech Mountain's seldom photographed alco S2 is seen returning to the loadout at Star to retreive more loads. We were lucky enough to catch this unique shortline operating on this day.
Open farm land such as this is a rare commidty in West Virginia.
This coal drag will starts its climb over Teays Hill at about this location.
A conveniently placed dumpster enabled me to gain some elevation when I took this shot.
This was my first time photographing the Deleware Lackawanna, and boy did I enjoy it!