Final Report: Train Derailment near Scotland, SD - Twin Cities Division: Aberdeen Subdivision

Date
Oct 16, 2025

On Tuesday, October 14th at approximately 05:15 a.m. CDT, we received a preliminary report of a train derailment near Scotland, SD which has affected the main track. Scotland, SD is approximately 76 miles southwest of Sioux Falls, SD. BNSF personnel responded and assessed the site. The main track was returned to service Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 09:00 p.m. CDT.
 
If your loaded shipment(s) is directly involved in the incident, a member of the BNSF's Load and Ride Solutions team will contact your company's representative within 24 hours of the incident with relevant information and next steps