CHICAGO HEAVY RAIL
Gated Crossing

Unlike other areas with street crossings, the CTA right of way in Wilmette is protected from unauthorized entry by gates that open only to allow trains on the appropriate track to pass.   This safety feature was extracted by the community from the CTA when the line was converted from overhead wire -- old North Shore heritage -- to third rail, several decades ago.

Homes are large here, and the trees are tall and stately. 

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