How is WESTCO funded?
WESTCO has multiple revenue sources to pay for different types of expenses. Maintenance of the railroad is paid for through a Maintenance Fee, which is a per-car fee assessed to customers. A copy of the Maintenance Fee Schedule is available for download on this page.
WESTCO Maintenance Fee Schedule

WESTCO also collects fees through property leases, unused carload storage fees, and fees assessed to the Indiana and Ohio Railroad. For more information, please contact us.

How does WESTCO give back?
The West Central Ohio Port Authority operates as a non-profit which is why we can maintain such low rates to our customers. The money received is put back into the rail, bridges, and crossings to ensure proper and efficient service. Check out WESTCO’s past major rehabilitation projects for more information.

Plans for WESTCO’s Future
Through the maintenance fee that is collected based on carloads, WESTCO will use those funds combined with grant and loan funds from various state and federal resources to fulfill the necessary repairs needed. Check out the 5 Year Outlook/Rail Development Plan that details the future of WESTCO.

Where can WESTCO take your goods?
WESTCO owns 94 miles of railroad track in Champaign, Clark, Fayette, Logan, and Madison counties. Through Genesee & Wyoming and the Indiana and Ohio Railway (IORY), we are able to transport your goods throughout North America.

What does WESTCO ship?
WESTCO primarily transports agriculture products such as corn, soybeans, and fertilizer. In addition, WESTCO also ships salt, plastic, and manufacturing items. While most of our carloads are supported by agronomy, WESTCO does possess the capabilities to transport any commodity that can be transported by rail.

Where is the WESTCO rail?
With rail in Logan, Champaign, Clark, Madison and Fayette Counties, there are plenty of opportunities for new rail spurs and new customers. If you are looking to locate along the rail, please contact us.