The Funnel in 2002

This video shows the recent changes on the busy and scenic Burlington Northern Santa Fe line between Sandpoint, Idaho, and Spokane.  At Sandpoint BNSF's Hi Line with trains from Chicago and the former Northern Pacific main, now operated by Montana Rail Link, come together for the 66 mile run to Spokane.  The addition of 38 miles of second main track, and changes in freight train schedules and in train frequency since our last look at this unique line in 1994 have greatly changed the character of "The Funnel".   This video shows over 24 hours of action on "The Funnel" in July of 2002.  1 hour, 56 minutes.