The railroad once cut down the Hillindale sign because it stood on railroad property.
— Mitch Thielking
Community history
The Hillindale Crossing
Batesville's long history with the train that always seems to wait until you're 50 yards away.
The story so far
What happened here.
Darrick's post asked which Batesville crossing gets you the worst — and the Hillindale crossing has a long history of its own.
What neighbors remember
According to the locals who lived it.
See also
Connected pieces.
Do you remember this place?
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Last updated November 4, 2026. New memories appear here after review.