If you have experienced delays due to blocked railroad crossings in Vergas, Otter Tail County asks you to report these incidents to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC).

“According to Minnesota state law, trains are not supposed to block a crossing for more than ten minutes,” shared Otter Tail County Highway Engineer Krysten Foster. “These limits are in place to support traffic flow and emergency response times.”

Like Vergas, many communities across the country are affected by repeated delays at railroad crossings, making it an essential consideration for future infrastructure improvements.

How Can You Help?

If you’ve experienced a travel delay of over ten minutes, you can make a difference by taking these simple steps:

Call 1-800-716-9132 to report your delay; or visit fra.dot.gov/blockedcrossings/ to record your experience.

Although it may take time for these reports to result in direct action, each report is a step in raising awareness about the need for a solution. Persistent and accurate reporting of delays brings attention to this ongoing issue and strengthens the case for change.

Rail Crossing Identifiers in Vergas

Vergas’ rail crossings have unique identifiers, making it easier for the rail authority to track specific locations:

Main Street Crossing ID: 695673G

Town Line Road Crossing ID: 695671T

The public’s reporting is appreciated. Working together as a community can help drive meaningful improvements.