[quote name='Dr. Stinebaugh' date='05 October 2009 - 11:38 AM' timestamp='1254755917' post='341010']
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' /> I see the alarmists are upset, so here are a few facts...
This is not the CSX or NS or UP or BNSF mainline, just a backcountry shortline that hauls 1 commodity; GLASS Sand, so no hazmat.
RR was built in 1918 to Gore, extended to Wardensville,WV in 1921 to haul out timber.Abandoned back to Gore by 1944 after timber played out. A sand/silica quarry became the main industry, there was only 1 train a WEEK until 1978, when the quarry was bought by Unisil,Inc., and the RR was upgraded to be capable of heavier loads/engines.
The VFC was built in 1957, obviously they were not concerned with the RR's 1 train/week then. The VFC has plans for a new station, but it will probably be on the almost 10 acres they own there.
The twice-daily trains are seldom more than 15-20 cars since 2 locos can only haul that many over the 3% grades on the line.
Mike, you should put up another photo of Gainesboro where the original station is about 20' from the tracks?!
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Reminds me of a similar setup years ago as a kid. Kings Park FD had a spur to the State hospital right through their parking lot. I remember one parade where the fair was stopped for a few minutes while a train to the hospital went through. Hospital is closed now, but the train in front of the firehouse brought back some good memories.
Thanks,
Stay safe, Brothers.
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' /> I see the alarmists are upset, so here are a few facts...This is not the CSX or NS or UP or BNSF mainline, just a backcountry shortline that hauls 1 commodity; GLASS Sand, so no hazmat.
RR was built in 1918 to Gore, extended to Wardensville,WV in 1921 to haul out timber.Abandoned back to Gore by 1944 after timber played out. A sand/silica quarry became the main industry, there was only 1 train a WEEK until 1978, when the quarry was bought by Unisil,Inc., and the RR was upgraded to be capable of heavier loads/engines.
The VFC was built in 1957, obviously they were not concerned with the RR's 1 train/week then. The VFC has plans for a new station, but it will probably be on the almost 10 acres they own there.
The twice-daily trains are seldom more than 15-20 cars since 2 locos can only haul that many over the 3% grades on the line.
Mike, you should put up another photo of Gainesboro where the original station is about 20' from the tracks?!
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Reminds me of a similar setup years ago as a kid. Kings Park FD had a spur to the State hospital right through their parking lot. I remember one parade where the fair was stopped for a few minutes while a train to the hospital went through. Hospital is closed now, but the train in front of the firehouse brought back some good memories.
Thanks,
Stay safe, Brothers.
Kill 'em all, let Allah sort 'em out. NEVER forget 9/11/01 WTC, Pentagon, Pa. Avenge the acts with NO mercy.
Thanks to ALL the Brothers who were there 9/11/01 and afterwards. Words can never say what appreciation we have for you all.
Thanks to ALL the Brothers who were there 9/11/01 and afterwards. Words can never say what appreciation we have for you all.
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