A northbound manifest approaches Sneed Siding

An Austin Western rock train approaches Brushy Creek

A manifest passes the historic Tower 3 under threatening skies

A southbound manifest passes the abandoned Vinson Lead in south Austin

A southbound manifest glides through Hunter with an NS leader

A southbound manifest approaches Sneed Siding in north Austin. The US-183 flyover is visible in the background.

A southbound manifest greets the northbound rush hour on the MoPac Expressway, named for the ex-MoPac trackage that runs down the middle of the freeway.

Austin Western's 112 job crosses a vintage wooden trestle outside of Manor

Austin Western's 112 job crawls west out of Elgin

Austin Western's 112 job departs Elgin

A downed tree limb frames the 112 job outside of Elgin. Last month's ice storm led to large swaths of downed trees throughout central Texas, which led to mass power outages across the Austin ar... (more)

Austin Western's 112 job departs Elgin

The conductor rides the front porch of 4229 as the power couples onto outbound cars at an industry in Elgin

The 112 job parallels Littig Road outside Elgin

The Texas Eagle speeds towards Granger, basking in the golden hour light and half an hour behind schedule. The Dash 8 was a nice touch; they're quite rare on this route