Mississippi Rail Line Gets New Operator
Published Date: 7/16/2026
Notice
Summary
Harrison County Railroad Authority is taking over as the new operator of a 5-mile rail line near Gulfport, Mississippi, replacing Gulf & Ship Island Railroad LLC. This change starts on or after July 30, 2026, with no big money changes or new shipping rules. The switch was approved by the county and all customers have been informed, making the transition smooth and official!
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 3 mixed.
Operator change on 5-mile Gulfport rail line
The Harrison County Railroad Authority (HCRA) will replace Gulf & Ship Island Railroad LLC (GSIR) as the operator of approximately 5 miles of the Seaway Lead near Gulfport in Harrison County, Mississippi, starting on or after July 30, 2026. The County voted on June 30, 2026 to authorize HCRA to file, and HCRA says it has provided a copy of its verified notice to all customers on the Line.
New operator certifies revenues under $5M
HCRA certifies that its projected annual revenues from operating the Line will not exceed $5 million and that the transaction will not create a Class II or Class I rail carrier. This certification is part of HCRA's verified notice to the Surface Transportation Board.
Carrier obligations and interchange commitment status
The filing states that GSIR indicated it would not oppose the change and that GSIR will be released from its common carrier obligation. HCRA also certifies that the proposed transaction does not impose or include an interchange commitment.
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