Track Department

For 2008, The track department has some big plans.

First off we will attempt to raise level and tamp yard 11 for the new barn. The key to getting this work done as quickly as possible is to get the Jackson 6000 Tamper back and repaired. We can then use the 6000 and the switch tamper to quickly knock out that work.

Project number 2 is to ballast, and tamp the main line after operations. Progress will be dependent on our ability to turn the ballast cars.

Project number 3 is to build tracks in the yard 13/14 yards. Progress on this will probably be dependent on if we have to swing a track over in yard 11.

Spring Inspections will start in March. The main and car line will be walked and have all defects identified, and marked. Once that is done, we will load the motor car and flats, and go fix the defects. Anyone wanting to learn more about track and structures please feel free to join us.

Frank DeVries