Abilene Railroad Tracks Having Work Done
By: Victor Sotelo
Updated: March 20, 2012
Union Pacific is replacing railroad ties from Sweetwater to Strawn, and so far have replaced 86,000 of them, aiming for 98,000 by the end of the month.
The project is part of Union Pacific Railroads Capital and Maintenance Program.
Officials say they plan to invest $3.6 billion in its 32,000 mile network of rail in 2012.
They say the project will enhance efficiency and safety.






