Five state departments of transportation (DOTs) received BNSF’s “Tracking to Zero” award for their commitment to improving grade crossing safety in 2025. Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming earned the honor for the second year in a row, joined this year by Wisconsin and Illinois. According to Federal Railroad Administration data, each state averaged fewer than one grade crossing incident per one million BNSF train miles traveled in 2024. The award, first introduced last year, reflects BNSF’s goal of supporting safer communities across its 32,500‑mile rail network.
“The momentum behind our ‘Tracking to Zero’ initiative is a testament to the power of partnership,” said BNSF Assistant Director of Public Projects, Rich Scott. “We’re not only celebrating the accomplishments of these five states—we’re also strengthening our commitment to help more partners join them next year.”
