Harvard Subdivision

Harvard Subdivision
Locomotive on middle of three tracks at level crossing
A Metra commuter train in Norwood Park, Chicago on the triple-tracked portion of the line
Overview
OwnerUnion Pacific Railroad
LocaleIllinois, Wisconsin
Service
TypeFreight rail
Commuter rail
Technical
Line length102 mi (164 km)
Number of tracks1-4
Track gauge4 ft 8+12 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge

The Harvard Subdivision is a 102-mile (164 km) railway line which runs from Chicago, Illinois to Evansville, Wisconsin. It is owned by the Union Pacific Railroad. It hosts both freight traffic and Metra's Union Pacific / Northwest Line commuter rail service. The line previously belonged to the Chicago and North Western Railway.