A dedicated 13-acre rail yard operated by Canadian Pacific. As of 2016, it’s still there, and considered a factor in the redevelopment of the former plant site.
history under ground
railyards
A panoramic view of the sintering plant’s gas plant (?). Everyone who visits must get a picture of these rusty smokestacks!
Looking at the side of the Superior Elevator from the tracks that feed the Western. Note the old flagpole.
ADM overshadows the Meal Elevator. The cleared area behind is now home to Surley Brewery.
Looking at The Windy City from the top of the coal tower. The pond you see is the former ACME Coke coal yard.