SERVICES
Rail & Storage Capabilities at the Port of Stafford County
In Partnership with Adams Industries
The Port of Stafford County provides a flexible, high-capacity logistics platform supporting Class I rail service, industrial outdoor storage, and bulk material handling through its partnership with Adams Industries, the Port’s on‑site operating partner.
Together, the Port and Adams Industries offer shippers scalable solutions for BNSF unit train operations, manifest railcar service, and heavy industrial staging, supporting efficient Midwest freight movement and long‑term supply chain growth.
UNIT TRAIN CAPABILITIES
12,500 Feet of Contiguous Rail on Site • Designed for Rapid Loading and Unloading
The Port of Stafford County, in coordination with Adams Industries, is strategically positioned to support high‑volume unit train movements for customers with consistent, large‑scale shipping requirements. With more than 12,500 feet of contiguous rail on site, our rail infrastructure is designed for rapid loading and unloading—keeping your supply chain moving without delays.
BNSF unit train service offers:
Single‑origin, single‑destination efficiency across the national rail network
Reduced transit variability and improved schedule reliability
Maximum freight cost savings and lower per‑unit transportation costs at scale
Simplified industrial logistics and inventory planning
Adams Industries supports unit train operations with comprehensive on‑site services:
BNSF track coordination, railcar switching, and railcar spotting
High‑capacity bulk, liquid, and industrial material handling
Rapid loading and unloading operations to minimize railcar demurrage
Efficient train turns supported by 12,500+ feet of rail, extensive industrial laydown yards, and on‑site track storage capacity
Dedicated outdoor storage allows customers to stage bulk products in advance of rail loading or receive inbound unit trains while seamlessly managing downstream truck distribution.
MANIFEST RAIL OPPORTUNITIES
Flexible Rail Access for Individual Carload Shipping
For shippers who do not require unit train volumes, the Port of Stafford County supports BNSF manifest rail service (individual carload shipping), providing flexible, cost-effective access to the national rail network.
Manifest rail car service is well‑suited for:
Shippers with smaller, specialized, or variable freight volumes
Seasonal agricultural inputs or project-based industrial freight
Customers entering new Midwest markets or testing new rail corridors
Growing businesses planning a future transition toward unit train operations
Through Adams Industries’ on‑site terminal operations, manifest rail customers benefit from:
Flexible individual carload handling and cross-docking
Secure industrial outdoor storage for bulk, breakbulk, and dimensional freight
Professional material handling, heavy-lift capabilities, and inventory staging
Direct coordination with Class I rail carriers and regional trucking partners
By combining manifest rail service with on-site outdoor storage, businesses can balance the cost efficiencies of rail with the inventory flexibility of truck transit.
INDUSTRIAL OUTDOOR STORAGE
Industrial Outdoor Storage & Staging Laydown Yard Capabilities
The Port of Stafford County offers expansive industrial outdoor storage and laydown capacity designed to support both rail‑served and truck‑served logistics, with day‑to‑day yard operations managed by Adams Industries.
Our outdoor storage terminal is ideal for:
Bulk commodities (fertilizer, aggregates, agricultural products)
Project cargo and oversized products (wind energy components, structural steel, pipe, lumber)
Seasonal inventory fluctuations requiring regional staging
Staging freight for BNSF rail loading or regional flatbed/van truck distribution
Benefits of utilizing our Central Kansas outdoor storage include:
Reduced terminal congestion and minimized railcar dwell time
Improved railcar utilization and asset turnarounds
Flexible, scalable inventory management tailored to market demands
Seamless multi-modal integration between BNSF rail lines and Kansas highway networks
BUILT TO SCALE
A Scalable Midwest Rail & Storage Platform
The public-private partnership between the Port of Stafford County and Adams Industries provides a coordinated, scalable platform that supports customers from initial manifest carload shipments through full high-volume unit train operations.
Single Source
A single, coordinated operating relationship for all rail, transload, and storage needs.
On‑Site Expertise
Decades of proven logistics experience in rail operations, industrial staging, and heavy material handling
Growth-Ready Infrastructure
Future-proof rail infrastructure aligned with long‑term facility expansion and track expansion.
Located in Central Kansas, the Port places a significant portion of the United States within one day of trucking distance, allowing shippers to combine long-haul rail transportation with efficient short‑haul truck distribution.
SUPPORTING LONG-TERM GROWTH
The Port of Stafford County and Adams Industries work collaboratively with customers to support their operational and planning needs.
Our proactive planning approach ensures that rail and storage solutions align with both immediate operational needs and long‑term business objectives.
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Volume Forecasting and Service Planning
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Rail Carrier Coordination
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Storage and Inventory Flow Design
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Facility, Track, and Capacity Expansion Discussions
READY TO MOVE FORWARD?
Contact the Port of Stafford County
Are you looking for a rail-served industrial site, railcar staging, or a transload operator in Kansas? The Port of Stafford County and Adams Industries are ready to optimize your supply chain.
Contact our team today to discuss your unit train, manifest rail, or outdoor storage requirements.