ODR is a private group of friends with railroad interests that cover broad discussion in VA, NC, WV & MD regarding rails carrying a diverse amount of traffic. The main focus of the group is sharing heads up sightings, unusual moves, discussion, photos and video, current events, history, etc. If it passes through Virginia, we want to know and talk about it!

Photo by Hank Dralle: N&W 8103 at Montgomery Tunnel

SAFETY & RESPONSIBILITY TRACKSIDE IS PRIORITY, NEVER, EVER TRESPASS ON RAILROAD PROPERTY OR RIGHT OF WAY.

Railfans are strongly encouraged to post heads up or any other information from VA, WV, KY, MD, PA, TN, NC, SC, the NE & SE that will impact any of the areas mentioned. Remember posting info that may not be unusual to you may be beneficial to others.

ODR is family oriented. Flame wars, intimidation, arguments, or childish behavior will not be tolerated.

In order to protect the privacy of our member's email address and/or name, please do not re-post messages unless the header information is removed.

Teamwork and participation makes the group successful. Always be safe trackside, be responsible, set a good Railfan example!

Areas Covered:
CSX:
x C&O Peninsula, Rivanna, James River, Allegheny SDs
x SCL North End(A-Line), Bellwood, Hopewell, Portsmouth SDs
x RF&P Richmond Terminal, RF&P SDs

NORFOLK SOUTHERN:
x N&W Norfolk, Blue Ridge, Roanoke(H-Line), Christiansburg, Pulaski, Durham(L&D), Winston Salem(Punkin Vine) Districts
x VGN Sewell's Point, Altavista, Whitehorne Districts
x SOU Richmond, Danville, Washington Districts
x NF&D Franklin District

SHORT LINES:
Buckingham Branch
x C&O Buckingham Division (Dillwyn Branch), Richmond & Allegheny Division (Piedmont, Washington, North Mountain SDs)
x VSRR Va Southern Division
BCR(xESHR)
CLNA
CWRY
DGBV/CHW/SV
NPB
RA: CA, NCVA
WW

PASSENGER:
Amtrak, VRE, NCRR, HR