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My name is Eric, I am a conductor for CSX Transportation. Trains give their location by mileposts, similar to the ones on the interstates. Usually on CSX these are made of concrete and painted white with a black number. Also CSX has info on some of its highway grade crossings. In some instances the railroad calls a town a different name than the general popluation, which is probably what happened in your case. Also most train dispatchers have no idea what the territory they are controlling looks like, the just know it on a computer screen. We are trying to improve in this area by having dispatchers ride trains over their territories. However your best bet is to find a milepost. <br /> <br /> <br />Sincerely, <br />Eric Armstrong <br />Conductor/Safety Man LCL Subdivision <br />Mt Washington, KY
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