The atlas includes additional enlargements of complex areas and also includes many early lines that were omitted from the past editions. The atlas shows all currently operated common carrier, tourist, and major industrial railroads, along with abandoned routes.

This is a must-have reference for railroad enthusiasts of all ages.

• Letter and symbol codes next to each location as an indication of what facilities may be found there
• Approximate location of 'talking defect detectors' along with their identification, together with 'Controlled Points' which may be heard over the radio
• Major bridges and tunnels
• Full index