Western Railroad Discussion > Cement loads leaving Buda this morning

I had an interesting morning on the UP Austin Sub in Buda, TX. After having breakfast, I drove trackside and was surprised to find a NB loaded cement train parked in Buda Pass. Previous loaded trains out of Texas Lehigh in Buda that I had seen left directly out of the plant. Buda Pass is a mile or so north of the plant.

1. Power for the loads was a pair of SD70Ms.
2. A northbounder with UP 8051, 6835 and an FXE unit trailing came through
3. More fresh paint

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Crew van brought the conductor up to take off the derail and line the switch.

4. Lining the switch
5-6. Easing up and passing me

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The conductor reset the derail and lined the switch back for the main. The train had to make a reverse move to clear the Main St. crossing (and pick up the conductor). He still had to walk a bit because the train had to stop short of the crossing seen in the distance in #3. Finally, with a full crew on board, the loads departed NB.

I appreciate y'all taking a look. Thanks

Mike

7. Relining the switch
8. Reverse SB move to clear a blocked crossing
9. Ready to head out

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Looks like you had an interesting day trackside Mike.

Larry

Nice shots, Mike!

Randy Lundgren
Elgin, TX