BNSF’s Wilmar Bypass Receives 2023 America’s Transportation Award
Written by Jennifer McLawhorn, Managing Editor
BNSF announced its rail bypass project that was completed last fall was recognized as a regional 2023 America’s Transportation Award Winner.
Courtesy of BNSF via LinkedIn
WILMAR, Minn. – BNSF announced its rail bypass project that was completed last fall was recognized as a regional 2023 America’s Transportation Award Winner.
On LinkedIn, BNSF announced its rail bypass project that was completed last fall was recognized as a regional 2023 America’s Transportation Award Winner. The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) bestowed the award.
The Wilmar Bypass consists of a 2.8-mile section of new track and a wye, “a triangle of track used for turning trains.” Before the bypass was constructed, crews travelled to the center of town to get to the Wilmar terminal in order to change direction. Now, the bypass allows for more efficient service and fewer occupied crossings.
Minnesota Department of Transportation District 8 division engineer, Jon Huseby, said: “Each organization contributed to the project’s ultimate success and impressive results in safety and rail efficiencies, as well as providing a foundation for economic development.”
More information about the Wilmar Bypass is detailed in a “Rail Talk” post from the Class I here.
