Loaded domestic coal train NS 778 rolls east through Ripplemead, VA.
Eastbound I34 passes thru Ripplemead with the cliffs along the New River visible in the background.
Caught this loaded coal train of air dump hoppers on the old Virginian passing this ancient loadout of some kind. **Also of note: The 3566 was the last 4 axle GE locomotive ever purchased by NS. ... (more)