The Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad (IHB) is the largest switch carrier in the United States, featuring 54 miles of mainline track—24 miles of which is double track—and 266 miles of yard and siding track.
We are a Class III railroad and the largest switch carrier in the United States, operating a comprehensive network of 320 miles (510 km) of track. We proudly serve industries, transporting a diverse range of products, including steel, petroleum, …
At Indiana Harbor Belt, we drive industry forward through our unwavering commitment to innovation, safety, and reliability. With over a century of experience in rail transportation, we are constantly seeking talented individuals who share our dedication to excellence.
Effective 0600 02/12/2021, employees must amend special instruction 2500 on page 125 of IHB Timetable No. 2 by striking through the section titled “Speed Restrictions” and replace with the new section “Restrictions”.
stay informed with the latest ihb bulletins View the Monthly Bulletin and the current Daily Operating Bulletin. The Daily Operating Bulletin is updated on this website daily between 15:00 and 16:00 for the following day.
Click the following orange link titled "Norfolk Southern Horse" below to access the NS Horse screen from outside the IHB computer network (such as your home computer). Norfolk Southern Horse This link will not work on the IHB kiosks. The kiosks have a …
For list of industries located at stations on the IHB within the Chicago Switching District, refer to the IHB website www.ihbrr.com. When change in name of firm or industry or change in ownership occurs, the switching
evidence of loss in transit on the Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad, this company will (when practicable) verify billing weight by re-weighing, without charge. (1) OUTBOUND RECIPROCAL SWITCH – The first road-haul carrier beyond the Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad is
Effective 0600 05/06/2020, IHB Movement Permit Line 6 will now be Line 7 - Other. New Line 6 - Protect Highway Crossing(s) - will be used for protecting highway crossings at grade experiencing activation failures in accordance with GCOR Rule 6.32.2 B, procedure 1.
ihb main line – map (page 11) – modified 3/27/2024: Effective 0600 3/27/2024, a replacement page will be made available at all reporting locations for page 11 of IHB Timetable No. 3. Below is a summary of the changes and an updated map.