Chicago & Northern Western in La Crosse, WI
A group of modules built by Shane Lambert that represent the Chicago & North Western railroad operations in La Crosse, WI around the fall of 1968.
Ready Mix Concrete Plant
For my first module, and a proof of concept, I am planning to build a single 5 foot module featuring the Ready Mix Concrete plant that was located between of the Indian Hill District and the CNW La Crosse yard. Featuring only one #6 turnout and a grade crossing for St. Andrew Street, this one should be quick and simple and allow me to demonstrate the building process. While the prototype was a much larger area, this should capture enough of the scene to make it plausible and also add another industry for operations.
Module Specifications
- Type:
- Single Track
- Length:
- 5 Feet
- Width:
- 24 Inches
- Track:
- Tomalco Code 100 flex track on the mainline, Code 70 in the industry.
- Turnouts:
- Number 6
- Scenery:
- Concrete plant, gravel lot, and a small office building.
List of Industries
| Industry | Description | Spots |
|---|---|---|
| Ready Mix Concrete Plant | Produces concrete for construction projects. |
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Check Out My Other Modules
Below is a list of modules that I am planning to build. Click on a module name to learn more about it. See all of my Modules.
| Module | Group | Length | Industries | Status | ETA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C&NW Indian Hill District | CNW La Crosse | 20 feet | 5 | In Planning | Summer, 2025 |
| C&NW La Crosse Yard | CNW La Crosse | 20 feet | 1 | In Planning | Winter, 2025 |
| End Modules | 2 feet | 0 | In Planning | Spring, 2026 | |
| Curve Modules | 6 feet | 0 | In Planning | Summer, 2026 | |
| Second Street, La Crosse, WI | CB&Q Zone 3 | 15 feet | 9 | In Planning | Fall, 2026 |
| West Avenue - La Crosse, WI | CB&Q Zone 3 | 15 feet | 5 | In Planning | Winter, 2025-2026 |
| Heileman Brewery | CB&Q Zone 3 | 20 feet | 9 | In Planning | Spring, 2026 |
| Los Angeles Produce Terminal | 18 feet | 1 | In Planning | Spring, 2027 |