Jackson and Lansing Railroad

Jackson and Lansing Railroad
Overview
HeadquartersWestland, Michigan
Reporting markJAIL
LocaleCentral Michigan
Dates of operation2010–Present
PredecessorNorfolk Southern Railway
Technical
Track gauge4 ft 8+1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge
Length47 miles
Other
Websitewww.abrailroad.com

The Jackson and Lansing Railroad (reporting marks JAIL) is a Class III common carrier in Central Michigan. The railroad runs for 47 miles, from Jackson, Michigan to Lansing, Michigan, on track leased from Norfolk Southern Railway for 20 years[1] with an option to purchase the line when the lease expires. The railroad connects with Canadian National Railway, CSX Transportation in Lansing, and Norfolk Southern in Jackson. The Adrian and Blissfield Railroad holding company owns this railroad along with four other shortlines in Michigan.[2]

References

  1. ^ Jackson & Lansing Railroad Company-Lease and Operation Exemption-Norfolk Southern Railway Company 75 FR 61817
  2. ^ "Adrian and Blissfield Railroad"."Michigan Railroads - Jackson and Lansing Railroad".
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