(KTTS News) — The train at Silver Dollar City will be back in service on Sunday.
A statement from Silver Dollar City says Thursday’s train derailment was caused by a rare manufacturing defect in a wheel on train car three.
Park officials say all of the parts from the manufacturer have been taken out of service.
One person ended up with minor injuries when the wheels on one train car partially left the tracks.
Two cars separated, but park officials say new safety equipment stopped the train and kept it upright.
Press Release
A thorough inspection of the Silver Dollar City Steam Train revealed that the incident on May 25, 2023, was caused by a rare manufacturing defect in a wheel on train car three.
All associated parts from this manufacturer have been taken out of service.
The train will resume regular operation tomorrow.
