Rolling east through cuts of volcanic rock along the Columbia River, BNSF 7720 has a daily garbage train in tow. The 7720 is an older ES44DC, among the last units to sport BNSF's Heritage II scheme. Garbage originates in the Seattle and Everett areas for disposal at Roosevelt, WA east of Wishram. Ironically many of the urban dwellers of Puget Sound don't want coal trains in their back yard, but are more than happy to send their garbage to the back yards of eastern Washington.
The famed natural aspect of the Pacific Northwest has drawn tourists and railfans alike from all over the world. This photo compilation showcases the sections where rails meet water between Washougal, WA/Troutdale, OR and Plymouth, WA/Boardman, OR.
