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South End Mile Posts 4 to 5
On January 15, 2012, we were traveling southbound just north of Mile Post 5. After finishing clearing the track to Bridge M-18-7, we are now making our way back to WI Hwy 35. It is worth noting that we are the first ones to ride the South End of the line since its closure in 1977 following a derailment.
South End Mile Posts 4 to 6
On February 18, 2012, the track to Bridge M-20-8 Mile Post 6 was successfully cleared. Our journey is directed Northbound from Mile Post 4.24 at WI Hwy 35 to Bridge M-20-8, located just north of Mile Post 6 Plumers Mill. We are the inaugural travelers on the South End of the line following its closure in 1977 as a result of a derailment.
South End Mile Posts 6 to 6.50
On March 10, 2012, our team successfully cleared the track up to Mile Post 6.50. However, we encountered a significant washout along the way. Our journey began from just south of Mile Post 6 at Plumers Mill, heading Northbound. It is worth mentioning that we are the first group to travel the South End of the line since its closure in 1977 following a derailment.
South End Mile Post 6
Plumers Mill
On March 10, 2012, a work train heading southbound at Bridge M-20-8, Plumers Mill, Mile Post 6. This marked the first journey on the southern end of the track since its closure in 1977 following a derailment.
South End North of Mile Post 4
On November 11, 2012, a southbound work train completed its tasks for the day by installing Cross Bucks at the DNR Trail Crossing just south of Mile Post 5. The tool car was then left at Bridge M-16-9, and the train proceeded towards WI Hwy-35 to have it loaded onto a trailer.
Work Train Mile Post 14 to 15
On March 31, 2012, riding work train traveling northbound between Mile Post 14 and Powers Station, which is located just north of Mile Post 15.
Northbound
Mile Post 14 to 17
On August 21, 2010, northbound crossing Bridge M-74-1 Big Beef Slough Mile Post 14.75 to Mile Post 17.
Little Beef Slough
South of Mile Post 13
On September 24, 2011, heading south at Little Beef Slough, embarking on the Autumn journey through the Tiffany Wildlife Area.
Powers Station Mile Post 15
On September 24, 2011, the return journey at Powers Station, heading north beyond Mile Post 15. The expedition took place during the Fall Trip, exploring the Tiffany Wildlife Area.
Powers Station Mile Post 15
to Bridge M-74-1
On June 25, 2010, journey from Powers Station Mile Post 15 to Big Beef Slough Bridge M-74-1 heading south.
Mile Post 14
to Erickson
On June 25, 2010, heading south at Mile Post 14, crossing Bridge M-70-1/2 to Erickson.
Mile Post 13
to Little Beef Slough
On June 25, 2010, heading south at Mile Post 13, crossing bridges M-68-9 and M-66, known as Little Beef Slough.
Mile Post 12 to Maxwell Along Chippewa River
On June 25, 2010, southbound along Chippewa River from Mile Post 12 to Maxwell.
Mile Post 11 to Savoy
On June 25, 2010, while heading southbound at Mile Post 11, I crossed bridge M-60-13 to reach Savoy.
Big Beef Slough
to Powers Station
On June 25, 2010, northbound I crossed bridge M-74-1 at Big Beef Slough and made my way back to Powers Station at Mile Post 15.
Mile Post 19 Durand Depot
The Milwaukee Road Depot in Durand, Wisconsin witnessed its final days on March 31, 2012.
Mile Post 19 Durand Depot
The Milwaukee Road Depot in Durand, Wisconsin witnessed its final days on March 31, 2012.
Mile Post 19 Durand Depot
The Milwaukee Road Depot in Durand, Wisconsin witnessed its final days on March 31, 2012.
Mile Post 19 Durand Depot
The Milwaukee Road Depot in Durand, Wisconsin witnessed its final days on March 31, 2012.
Mile Post 19 Durand Depot
The Milwaukee Road Depot in Durand, Wisconsin witnessed its final days on March 31, 2012.
South End
Between Mile Post 5 and 6
On May 12, 2012, work train traveling northbound between Mile Post 5 and 6.
South End
Between Mile Post 5 and 6
On May 12, 2012, work train traveling northbound between Mile Post 5 and 6.
Just South of Mile Post 6 to 6.50 Washout
On May 12, 2012, work train heading north just below Mile Post 6 on its way to the Washout at Mile Post 6.50.
Just North of Mile Post 5 to WI Hwy 35 Mile Post 4.25
On May 12, 2012, the work on the line was completed for the day. Southbound work train just north of Mile Post 5, making its way back to WI Hwy 35.
Little Beef Slough
Derailment Site
Traveling south on May 6, 2022, passing through Little Beef Slough. On January 18th, 1977, the Line was shut down permanently following a derailment at Bridge M-66 Little Beef Slough. The scene of the incident still contains traces of the wreckage, such as a Box Car and various artifacts.
Plumers Mill
North of Mile Post 6
The work on the Line concluded for the day on May 12, 2012. Southbound work train just north of Mile Post 6 at Plumers Mill crossing Bridge M-20-8.
Between Mile Post 5 - 6
On May 12, 2012, the work on the line was completed for the day. Southbound just north of the D.N.R Trail Crossing, heading towards Bridge M-18-7 situated between Mile Posts 5 and 6.