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Chicago and Northwestern (Pekin) Railroad Bridge

Mile Marker: 151.2
Lat / Lon: N 40° 33.260' / W 089° 40.510'
Bridge Type: Lift
Vertical Clearance (Closed): 34.30 ft.
Schedule:
The bridge will be unattended and left in the open-to-navigation position. The bridge
shall initiate the closing sequence for an approaching train by broadcasting the closure on VHF-FM Channel 16, 10-minutes prior to closure and immediately prior to closing. If no mariners respond to the broadcast, the operator of the bridge may begin the closing sequence. For additional information, mariners may contact Chad Toussaint, with Union Pacific Railroad at (979) 665-5541.

Editor's Note: Bridge schedules are subject to temporary change due to repairs, maintenance, events, etc. Check the Waterway Explorer for possible nav alerts.

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Comment by: Sharon Swindale, Hula Loop, on Sep 8, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 47'
Draft: 4.0'

This bridge tender calls this The Lower Pekin Bridge and he is the FRIENDLIEST bridge operator. Enjoy

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