CSX S&C Branch - Trains Magazine
I just read the posts and I admit that I'm surprised that a class 1 like CSX is still holding on to a branch like the S&C. I don't think I've ever heard of the line being used for detour purposes although it would be a site to see wide cabs and stacks traveling the line. (I know, the line probably doesn't have the clearances but a guy can dream, can't he?)
As far as the yard in Somerset. There is still a yard there but it's down to I think only four tracks (not sure how many it had in it's prime.) The tracks the old B&O passenger cars once sat on have been torn up for I don't know how many years. On a good day you'll see maybe 10 or so cars in the yard. The most active industry is the Agway plant which - to the best of my knowledge - only gets covered hoppers. Oh yes, the yard tower has been closed for years.
If anyone is interested, here's a link to some pictures I took of the S&C this past summer.
Brian
