Nestled in the southwest corner of West Virginia is Bluefield, gateway to the Pocahontas coalfield. This yard was a huge part of Norfolk & Western’s activities in this area. It was, as of 2010, when this was taken, one of the busiest yards in the system. Coordinates are 37.2723, -81.2163. Bluefield’s commercial area is located just a step or two from this yard.
Blogging the Railroad Tunnels 
Your photo brings back memories of me seeing this railyard in the 1950’s when it was filled with hundreds or perhaps a thousand loaded coal cars.