May 2017 — Once part of the historic rail convergence near Westminster Junction in St. Paul, this corridor reflects the city’s long-standing role as a freight and passenger gateway for the Upper Midwest. The junction has served multiple carriers over the decades, supporting connections to Chicago, Minneapolis, and broader national rail networks. The single-track line in the foreground sits alongside a broader multi-track right-of-way, characteristic of the region’s use for heavy rail traffic, including grain, intermodal, and freight hauling. Dense summer vegetation lines the route, showing how rail corridors often double as preserved green space, even amid active infrastructure. The distant bridge marks the approach toward downtown St. Paul, where several major rail yards historically managed traffic between river, road, and rail transport.

May 2017 — Built in the late 19th century, this rail tunnel sits near Bridal Veil Creek between Minneapolis and St. Paul and was constructed to accommodate expanding freight and passenger service for the Great Northern and Northern Pacific rail systems. Its heavy stone block walls and reinforced concrete beams reflect early railroad engineering adapted to the region’s steep ravines and waterways. The tunnel once served as a vital connector between Minneapolis rail yards and the Midway district, supporting grain, timber, and industrial shipments. Though still active today, it carries far lighter traffic and has become known for its weathered masonry, natural overgrowth, and layers of graffiti, showing where urban infrastructure meets forgotten industrial corridors.

May 2017 — Freight trains rolling through St. Paul, MN.

May 2017 — Westminster Junction in St. Paul, Minnesota

June 2017 — Prince's Paisley Park in Chanhassen, Minnesota.

June 2017 — N 3rd Street in the North Loop in Minneapolis.

June 2017 — Emergency Eyewash sign found in an abandoned basement.

June 2017 — A sign on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis referring to it's construction. So over it is right.

June 2017 — Walker Sculpture Garden in Minneapolis.

June 2017 — Located in the Walker's sculpture garden.

June 2017 — The Baker Center in downtown Minneapolis.

June 2017 — From Wiki: The St. Croix Crossing is an extradosed bridge that spans the St. Croix River, between Oak Park Heights, Minnesota and St. Joseph, Wisconsin. Connecting Minnesota State Highway 36 and Wisconsin State Highway 64, the bridge carries four lanes of traffic (two lanes in each direction), and includes a bike/pedestrian path on the north side

June 2017 — A wooden freight train bridge over the Mississippi River in Minneapolis.

June 2017 — A barge on the Minnesota River in Savage Minnesota.