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Viewing Album: 2008 Twin Cities Trackwork Projects

By:	The Slidebroker image by John Hill
Dates:	4/3/2008 - 4/3/2008

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080712004 CPs ex-MN&S bridge replacement project over Minnetonka Blvd

Title:	080712004 CPs ex-MN&S bridge replacement project over Minnetonka Blvd
Description:
Photo Date:	7/12/2008 Upload Date: 7/12/2008 4:48:01 PM
Location:	Saint Louis Park, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Bridge,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	98 Comments: 0

080712006 CPs ex-MN&S bridge replacement project over Minnetonka Blvd

Title:	080712006 CPs ex-MN&S bridge replacement project over Minnetonka Blvd
Description:
Photo Date:	7/12/2008 Upload Date: 7/12/2008 4:48:35 PM
Location:	Saint Louis Park, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Bridge,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	102 Comments: 0

080712007 CPs ex-MN&S bridge replacement project over Minnetonka Blvd

Title:	080712007 CPs ex-MN&S bridge replacement project over Minnetonka Blvd
Description:
Photo Date:	7/12/2008 Upload Date: 7/12/2008 4:49:00 PM
Location:	Saint Louis Park, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Bridge,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	77 Comments: 0

080713001 Wye leg on BNSF between CTC Van Buren and Harrison Street has been completely rebuilt, including removal of old switches leading to the MILW 261 shop. New switches laying to side await installation in different configuration

Title:	080713001 Wye leg on BNSF between CTC Van Buren and Harrison Street has been completely rebuilt, including removal of old switches leading to the MILW 261 shop. New switches laying to side await installation in different configuration
Description:
Photo Date:	7/14/2008 Upload Date: 7/14/2008 12:46:13 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	244 Comments: 0

080716002 CPs ex-MN&S bridge replacement project over Minnetonka Blvd.

Title:	080716002 CPs ex-MN&S bridge replacement project over Minnetonka Blvd.
Description:	Old MN&S bridge is gone. New span has been slid into position and sits on it's permanent bridge shoes. Excavator is digging excess fill material from old abutment and regrading the fill. New track alignment will sit several feet east of it's old position
Photo Date:	7/16/2008 Upload Date: 7/16/2008 2:46:29 PM
Location:	Saint Louis Park, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Bridge
Locomotives:
Views:	213 Comments: 0

080716005 CPs ex-MN&S bridge replacement project over Minnetonka Blvd.

Title:	080716005 CPs ex-MN&S bridge replacement project over Minnetonka Blvd.
Description:	Old MN&S bridge is gone. New span has been slid into position and sits on it's permanent bridge shoes. Excavators are regrading the expanded fill. New track alignment will sit several feet east of it's old position. Track has been removed 300-400 feet back to adjust the roadbed for a higher bridge elevation.
Photo Date:	7/16/2008 Upload Date: 7/16/2008 2:47:28 PM
Location:	Saint Louis Park, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Bridge,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	224 Comments: 0

080719001 CPs ex-MN&S bridge replacement project over Minnetonka Blvd.

Title:	080719001 CPs ex-MN&S bridge replacement project over Minnetonka Blvd.
Description:	New track is in place. May need some lining/surfacing.
Photo Date:	7/19/2008 Upload Date: 7/20/2008 3:44:46 PM
Location:	Saint Louis Park, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Bridge,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	164 Comments: 0

080719002 CPs ex-MN&S bridge replacement project over Minnetonka Blvd.

Title:	080719002 CPs ex-MN&S bridge replacement project over Minnetonka Blvd.
Description:	New track is in place. May need some lining/surfacing.
Photo Date:	7/19/2008 Upload Date: 7/20/2008 3:45:24 PM
Location:	Saint Louis Park, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Bridge,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	154 Comments: 0

080719007 CPs ex-MN&S mainline near Minnetonka Blvd bridge

Title:	080719007 CPs ex-MN&S mainline near Minnetonka Blvd bridge
Description:	Missing and damaged ties speak of light traffic and low speeds
Photo Date:	7/19/2008 Upload Date: 7/20/2008 3:46:05 PM
Location:	Saint Louis Park, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	143 Comments: 0

080719015 Northstar "Stadium" depot construction site on BNSF Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080719015 Northstar "Stadium" depot construction site on BNSF Wayzata Sub.
Description:	Old main has been cut back some more as platform construction continues
Photo Date:	7/19/2008 Upload Date: 7/20/2008 3:47:39 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Yard,Station,Passenger,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	129 Comments: 0

080719016 Northstar "Stadium" depot construction site on BNSF Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080719016 Northstar "Stadium" depot construction site on BNSF Wayzata Sub.
Description:	Old main has been cut back some more as platform construction continues
Photo Date:	7/19/2008 Upload Date: 7/20/2008 3:48:09 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Yard,Station,Passenger,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	79 Comments: 0

080719017 Northstar "Stadium" depot construction site on BNSF Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080719017 Northstar "Stadium" depot construction site on BNSF Wayzata Sub.
Description:	Platform construction continues
Photo Date:	7/19/2008 Upload Date: 7/20/2008 3:48:38 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Yard,Station,Passenger,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	111 Comments: 0

080719021 Track project on BNSF Wayzata Sub. at CTC Harrison St.

Title:	080719021 Track project on BNSF Wayzata Sub. at CTC Harrison St.
Description:	Incremental markings on this welding job suggest this may be a "compromise joint"
Photo Date:	7/19/2008 Upload Date: 7/20/2008 3:49:41 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	62 Comments: 0

080719022 Track project on BNSF Wayzata Sub. at CTC Harrison St.

Title:	080719022 Track project on BNSF Wayzata Sub. at CTC Harrison St.
Description:	Newly installed switch leading from main to "Auxiliary"
Photo Date:	7/19/2008 Upload Date: 7/20/2008 3:50:03 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	87 Comments: 0

080719023 Track project on BNSF Wayzata Sub. at CTC Harrison St.

Title:	080719023 Track project on BNSF Wayzata Sub. at CTC Harrison St.
Description:	Newly installed switch leading from main to "Auxiliary"
Photo Date:	7/19/2008 Upload Date: 7/20/2008 3:50:24 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	81 Comments: 0

080719024 Track project on BNSF Wayzata Sub. at CTC Harrison St.

Title:	080719024 Track project on BNSF Wayzata Sub. at CTC Harrison St.
Description:	Newly installed switch leading from main to "Auxiliary"
Photo Date:	7/19/2008 Upload Date: 7/20/2008 3:50:46 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	79 Comments: 0

080719025 Track project on BNSF Wayzata Sub. at CTC Harrison St.

Title:	080719025 Track project on BNSF Wayzata Sub. at CTC Harrison St.
Description:	High-speed (multi-throwbar) RH switch awaits installation
Photo Date:	7/19/2008 Upload Date: 7/20/2008 3:51:19 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	69 Comments: 0

080719027 Track project on BNSF Wayzata Sub. at CTC Harrison St.

Title:	080719027 Track project on BNSF Wayzata Sub. at CTC Harrison St.
Description:	Survey stakes speak of coming track realignment as part of switch replacement
Photo Date:	7/19/2008 Upload Date: 7/20/2008 3:51:41 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	90 Comments: 0

080724002 Northstar "Stadium" commuter depot project on BNSF Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080724002 Northstar "Stadium" commuter depot project on BNSF Wayzata Sub.
Description:	Used and new wood ties are being arranged and stacked.
Photo Date:	7/24/2008 Upload Date: 7/25/2008 11:39:00 AM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Yard,Station,Transit,Passenger,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	130 Comments: 0

080724003 Northstar "Stadium" commuter depot project on BNSF Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080724003 Northstar "Stadium" commuter depot project on BNSF Wayzata Sub.
Description:	Used and new wood ties are being arranged and stacked. Train platform work continues.
Photo Date:	7/24/2008 Upload Date: 7/25/2008 11:40:44 AM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Yard,Station,Transit,Passenger,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	77 Comments: 0

080724005 Northstar "Stadium" commuter depot project on BNSF Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080724005 Northstar "Stadium" commuter depot project on BNSF Wayzata Sub.
Description:	Main is closed today for a long work window at Harrison Street. At the stadium site, tape is stretched across the main for unknown project.
Photo Date:	7/24/2008 Upload Date: 7/25/2008 11:41:11 AM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Yard,Station,Transit,Passenger,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	132 Comments: 0

080724008 BNSF switch replacement project at CTC Harrison Street on Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080724008 BNSF switch replacement project at CTC Harrison Street on Wayzata Sub.
Description:	"Auxiliary" track is again severed for apparent upcoming new switch installation. Further back, mainline wye switch is being replaced today.
Photo Date:	7/24/2008 Upload Date: 7/25/2008 11:43:49 AM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	152 Comments: 0

080724010 BNSF switch replacement project at CTC Harrison Street on Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080724010 BNSF switch replacement project at CTC Harrison Street on Wayzata Sub.
Description:	Mainline wye switch is being replaced today. Wye legs are apparently being shifted in preparation for double-tracking the wye between Harrison St. and Van Buren.
Photo Date:	7/24/2008 Upload Date: 7/25/2008 11:44:08 AM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	161 Comments: 0

080724012 BNSF switch replacement project at CTC Harrison Street on Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080724012 BNSF switch replacement project at CTC Harrison Street on Wayzata Sub.
Description:	Mainline wye switch is being replaced today.
Photo Date:	7/24/2008 Upload Date: 7/25/2008 11:44:25 AM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	83 Comments: 0

080724015 BNSF switch replacement project at CTC Harrison Street on Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080724015 BNSF switch replacement project at CTC Harrison Street on Wayzata Sub.
Description:	Mainline wye switch is being replaced today.
Photo Date:	7/24/2008 Upload Date: 7/25/2008 11:44:44 AM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	74 Comments: 0

080724016 BNSF switch replacement project at CTC Harrison Street on Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080724016 BNSF switch replacement project at CTC Harrison Street on Wayzata Sub.
Description:	Harrison Street grade crossing is closed and torn up for track project. Will crossing be restored or closed permanently?
Photo Date:	7/24/2008 Upload Date: 7/25/2008 11:45:03 AM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	94 Comments: 0

080724019 BNSF switch replacement project at CTC Harrison Street on Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080724019 BNSF switch replacement project at CTC Harrison Street on Wayzata Sub.
Description:	Harrison Street grade crossing is closed and torn up for track project. Will crossing be restored or closed permanently?
Photo Date:	7/24/2008 Upload Date: 7/25/2008 11:45:28 AM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	73 Comments: 0

080724020 BNSF switch replacement project at CTC Harrison Street on Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080724020 BNSF switch replacement project at CTC Harrison Street on Wayzata Sub.
Description:	Harrison Street grade crossing is closed and torn up for track project. Will crossing be restored or closed permanently?
Photo Date:	7/24/2008 Upload Date: 7/25/2008 11:45:47 AM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	133 Comments: 0

080724023 BNSF CTC Van Buren junction prior to start of switch replacement project

Title:	080724023 BNSF CTC Van Buren junction prior to start of switch replacement project
Description:	Work equipment is apparently on hand for project at nearby CTC Harrison St.
Photo Date:	7/24/2008 Upload Date: 7/25/2008 11:46:59 AM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	168 Comments: 0

080724024 BNSF CTC Van Buren junction prior to start of switch replacement project

Title:	080724024 BNSF CTC Van Buren junction prior to start of switch replacement project
Description:	Work equipment is apparently on hand for project at nearby CTC Harrison St.
Photo Date:	7/24/2008 Upload Date: 7/25/2008 11:47:17 AM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	113 Comments: 0

080728005 Northstar downtown Stadium depot construction project on BNSF Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080728005 Northstar downtown Stadium depot construction project on BNSF Wayzata Sub.
Description:	Eastbound BNSF freight passes on main. Future depot lead in foreground
Photo Date:	7/28/2008 Upload Date: 7/29/2008 4:28:15 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Yard,Station,Passenger,Track,Action
Locomotives:	BNSF 6741(SD40-2) CSX 7625(C40-8) EMDX 9087(SD60)
Views:	547 Comments: 1

080728013 Temporary derail on Nicollet Island on BNSF Wayzata Sub. track project

Title:	080728013 Temporary derail on Nicollet Island on BNSF Wayzata Sub. track project
Description:
Photo Date:	7/28/2008 Upload Date: 7/29/2008 4:29:48 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	164 Comments: 0

080728014 BNSF Wayzata Sub. switch replacement project at CTC Harrison Street

Title:	080728014 BNSF Wayzata Sub. switch replacement project at CTC Harrison Street
Description:	New RH switch has replaced shorter LH switch on Mpls Junction wye. Auxiliary has been severed to realign the diverging curve.
Photo Date:	7/28/2008 Upload Date: 7/29/2008 4:30:50 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	88 Comments: 0

080728016 BNSF Wayzata Sub. switch replacement project at CTC Harrison Street

Title:	080728016 BNSF Wayzata Sub. switch replacement project at CTC Harrison Street
Description:	Grade crossing has been repaved and restored
Photo Date:	7/28/2008 Upload Date: 7/29/2008 4:31:36 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	80 Comments: 0

080728017 BNSF switch replacement project between CTC Van Buren and CTC Harrison Street NE

Title:	080728017 BNSF switch replacement project between CTC Van Buren and CTC Harrison Street NE
Description:	MILW 261 steam shop tracks still severed. Crew is preparing new switch for installation
Photo Date:	7/28/2008 Upload Date: 7/29/2008 4:33:14 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	111 Comments: 0

080728018 BNSF switch replacement project between CTC Van Buren and CTC Harrison Street NE

Title:	080728018 BNSF switch replacement project between CTC Van Buren and CTC Harrison Street NE
Description:	Crew is preparing new switch for final installation.
Photo Date:	7/28/2008 Upload Date: 7/29/2008 4:33:45 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Track
Locomotives:
Views:	71 Comments: 0

080805005 Northstar "Stadium" commuter depot project on BNSF Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080805005 Northstar "Stadium" commuter depot project on BNSF Wayzata Sub.
Description:	View from Washington Ave of unknown concrete pad being positioned near severed old main.
Photo Date:	8/5/2008 Upload Date: 8/5/2008 7:14:47 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Yard,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	83 Comments: 0

080805006 BNSF switch replacement project between CTC Van Buren and CTC Harrison Street NE

Title:	080805006 BNSF switch replacement project between CTC Van Buren and CTC Harrison Street NE
Description:	New switches to MILW 261 shop are in place, now on St. Paul Sub. Vs. formerly Wayzata Sub.
Photo Date:	8/5/2008 Upload Date: 8/5/2008 7:16:27 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Yard,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	113 Comments: 0

080805007 BNSF switch replacement project between CTC Van Buren and CTC Harrison Street NE

Title:	080805007 BNSF switch replacement project between CTC Van Buren and CTC Harrison Street NE
Description:	New switches to MILW 261 shop are in place, now on St. Paul Sub. Vs. formerly Wayzata Sub.
Photo Date:	8/5/2008 Upload Date: 8/5/2008 7:16:52 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Yard,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	220 Comments: 0

080814003 New signal masts dropped off at BNSF CTC Van Buren

Title:	080814003 New signal masts dropped off at BNSF CTC Van Buren
Description:	New switches, ties are already stockpiled on site. Looks ready for rebuild project to begin anytime.
Photo Date:	8/14/2008 Upload Date: 8/14/2008 12:59:44 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Signal,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	133 Comments: 0

080814011 New switch installed between old main and Auxiliary on BNSF Wayzata Sub., beginning of Northstar depot junction project here

Title:	080814011 New switch installed between old main and Auxiliary on BNSF Wayzata Sub., beginning of Northstar depot junction project here
Description:	Second switch is presumably for new Northstar passenger depot lead.
Photo Date:	8/14/2008 Upload Date: 8/14/2008 1:01:26 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Yard,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	159 Comments: 0

080814013 Northstar Stadium depot project on BNSF Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080814013 Northstar Stadium depot project on BNSF Wayzata Sub.
Description:	2 passenger platforms taking shape in distance, materials for new yard trackage staged in foreground.
Photo Date:	8/14/2008 Upload Date: 8/14/2008 1:02:14 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Yard,Station,Transit,Passenger,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	116 Comments: 0

080814014 Northstar Stadium depot project on BNSF Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080814014 Northstar Stadium depot project on BNSF Wayzata Sub.
Description:	Appears to be 2 passenger platforms with service structures between for stairs, escalator and elevator. Can't be certain until it's done though.
Photo Date:	8/14/2008 Upload Date: 8/14/2008 1:02:38 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Yard,Station,Transit,Passenger,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	119 Comments: 0

080814015 Northstar Stadium depot project on BNSF Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080814015 Northstar Stadium depot project on BNSF Wayzata Sub.
Description:	New drainage culverts between tracks and retaining wall has been backfilled
Photo Date:	8/14/2008 Upload Date: 8/14/2008 1:15:28 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Yard,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	75 Comments: 0

080907001 BNSF Mississippi River East bridge project on Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080907001 BNSF Mississippi River East bridge project on Wayzata Sub.
Description:	Cantilever work platforms appear complete and ladders are set up.
Photo Date:	9/7/2008 Upload Date: 9/7/2008 1:45:27 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Bridge,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	136 Comments: 0

080907003 BNSF Mississippi River East bridge project on Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080907003 BNSF Mississippi River East bridge project on Wayzata Sub.
Description:	Willmar B&B's "Employee Pride" is proudly displayed next to where the paperwork is always high priority.
Photo Date:	9/7/2008 Upload Date: 9/7/2008 1:46:01 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Bridge,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	149 Comments: 0

080907006 BNSF Mississippi River East bridge project on Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080907006 BNSF Mississippi River East bridge project on Wayzata Sub.
Description:	A last (perhaps) look at the old spans on a tranquil fall Sunday. Unseen heavy-lift cranes wait in the wings for new girders.
Photo Date:	9/7/2008 Upload Date: 9/7/2008 1:46:18 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Bridge,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	156 Comments: 0

080907009 BNSF Mississippi River East bridge project on Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080907009 BNSF Mississippi River East bridge project on Wayzata Sub.
Description:	2 heavy-lift cranes were recently assembled on Nicollet Island at East Island Ave.
Photo Date:	9/7/2008 Upload Date: 9/7/2008 1:46:33 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Bridge,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	226 Comments: 0

080907010 BNSF Mississippi River East bridge project on Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080907010 BNSF Mississippi River East bridge project on Wayzata Sub.
Description:	Large pre-cast concrete girders which were stored for weeks at Northtown have been repositioned on the Auxiliary track near the bridge.
Photo Date:	9/7/2008 Upload Date: 9/7/2008 1:46:55 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	RollingStock,Bridge,Track
Locomotives:
Views:	138 Comments: 0

080907016 Northstar Stadium depot project on BNSF Wayzata Sub.

Title:	080907016 Northstar Stadium depot project on BNSF Wayzata Sub.
Description:	New depot switch panels were recently dropped off in foreground. A second switch is being kit-built in background. Loco is a DPU pushing an eastbound train.
Photo Date:	9/7/2008 Upload Date: 9/7/2008 1:49:57 PM
Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Author:	John Hill
Categories:	Yard,Station,Passenger,Track,Action
Locomotives:	BNSF 5223(C44-9W)
Views:	384 Comments: 0

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