The same train carrying pipe that derailed in Paris, talk about bad luck. http://www.wthitv.com/global/story.asp?s=7973136 Again this one is thought to be weather related. Metcalf is where the NKP [now EIRR] Danville- Charleston track and the B&O [CSX] Montezuma-Tuscola interchanged. Neither set of tracks were in great shape last spring when we were there. inch
Repetitive derailments of the same kind of lading in the same kind of cars can indicate problems with how the lading is loaded in the cars. Without further investigation one never knows. However, it is not uncommon for shippers to improperly load cars and thereby cause derailments from the improper loading.
Here’s some photos from Metcalf last March. You can see it’s not in the best shape and in need of improvements, ballast, tamping n some new ties would help. The rail is not in bad shape. Metcalf siding - RailImages.com Metcalf, IL. diamond - RailImages.com Metcalf, IL. diamond - RailImages.com Last winter was easier than this one has been. This Feb, we were 2” above average on rain, temps ran from round o to the 50’s The inter change in Paris is in better shape, but has a poor drainage problem. Our son that lives in Paris was told that the cars were to heavy for roadbed conditions there. inch
Makes sense, especially if they are using 85' light weight flats that have been loaded off-balance laterally. The light-side wheels could climb easily on non-symmetrical track cross-sections in curves or switches.
Also, remember there is a known speed range, where natural oscillations can occur. Which will literally throw a car off rails. Sounds like they need a slow order. Or, if one is already in place, an even slower speed ordered. Boxcab E50
Ouch. I see a need for some serious work, in a couple of those photos! I wonder what an FRA inspector would say.... Boxcab E50
