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The Minneapolis Subdivision is a scenic and historic route through western Wisconsin into eastern Minnesota.
It’s also Canadian National’s (CN) connection to several other railroads in the Twin Cities. This book looks at how the line went from a key part of Soo Line’s mainline to a truncated connection with the creation of the Wisconsin Central (WC).
The operating philosophy of the WC shaped traffic on the line in the 1990s. After 2001, Canadian National ownership again changed the traffic mix and outlook for this line. The line was not purely a branchline—CN embarked upon key projects to make the most of its unique position in the Midwest and within their network.
The colorful variety of locomotives that have visited from other railroads, CN’s varied fleet, and special trains are vividly presented. The evolution of facilities and operations is covered in detail through text, maps, and photographs.
The impressive steel-arch high bridge over the St. Croix River is featured, a scenic and engineering highlight, not just for CN, but railroading in the Midwest.
Dean Sauvola began to study the history and operations of railroads during high school in his hometown of Hancock, MI. He continued to create railroad art and photography while attending the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. During college his photographs began appearing in railroad magazines. After graduating from MCAD he went to work for Pentrex Publishing on magazines Passenger Train Journal and Pacific Rail News. He continues to work as a graphic designer along with the avocation of photography and art. He has authored numerous articles, and this is his first book. He lives in New Richmond, WI, with his wife, Rachel, and daughters, Abigail and Iris.
