Railroad photograph
Photo by: Kevin Morgan
Got snow? Looks like its been awhile since the siding at East Portal has been used as some snow has built up across the road crossing. A track maintainer had to clear snow from the switch points at the east end as the switch heaters couldn't keep up with the blowing snow.
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Posted By Jim Griffin On Monday, December 29, 2008 At 9:26:46 AM (PT)

Oh yeah, totally agree with Steve-- this is one of the best photos I've seen in a long time. Good job, Kev! I feel your chilliness (having been up there in similar conditions a few weeks ago).  
 
I guess those plows do occasionally get used for something!


Posted By Steve On Sunday, December 28, 2008 At 2:41:47 PM (PT)

Dang! This should go to Trains for one of their wintertime features. Because of the plow action and the way the engine is oriented in the frame, you can feel the energy of the shot!  
 
Good one, KM!

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Location Information
City or County and State
Tolland, CO

Subdivision
Moffat Tunnel (UP)

Milepost or Control Point
MP 49




Train Information
Railroad
Union Pacific
Model
AC4400CW
Primary Unit Number
UP 7250

Paint Scheme
Symbol
MNYRO-27
Train Type
MNYRO


Photo Information
Camera Make/Model
Canon / Canon EOS 40D
ISO
160
Flash
Did Not Fire

Focal Length
44 mm
Shutter
1/250 seconds
Aperture
f/9