Organized? Safety? Well, then you can darn bet it's not Arkansas!
Check out a shot from George Ray's:
Yes, those are spectators standing where the 60' beems should be (if they had such a thing)! And yes, those are railroad ties lining the side of the track!
Here's a shot at the line:
Check out the specators in the front row at the line! Want to get "up close and personal" with your favorite drag car? Then head to Arkansas!