CN Network Returns to Normal after Washouts in British Columbia

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23-Dec-2021

  • By: Go Transport Canada
  • Date:23-Dec-2021
CN Network Returns to Normal after Washouts in British Columbia

Rail and Truck Updates
 

CN Network Returns to Normal after Washouts in British Columbia

 

CN's British Columbia network productivity has returned to pre-washout levels as crews continue to return track to service following recent washouts in the province.

 

The British Columbia network was shut down between Nov. 14 and Dec. 4 as the Class I experienced 58 outages over 150 miles.

 

Approximately 282,000 cubic yards of rock, earth and backfill materials were moved to rebuild damaged locations, the equivalent of 25,000 truckloads.

 

Despite setbacks – including a recent stoppage near Jasper and cold weather in the Prairies – operating metrics are pointing to a "successful recovery" nearly two weeks after the network reopened, CN officials said.

 

Read more in an article from Progressive Railroading.




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