Hi, I don't know of any specifically in IL, IA or IN, but I'm mapping all of the abandoned lines in KY so I could point you to some places here that still have...
I am also looking for info on abandoned tracks with rails still attached, specifically in lower Michigan. Does anybody know of any such locations? Fred Wark...
In a message dated 3/3/2003 12:36:09 PM Central Standard Time, lrain2@... ... Yes I would like the info. on kentucky that you might have. If you wish, you...
hello all, i am a grad student in geography doing research on abandoned rail lines in ky (we're mapping them all for the state). after doing a lot of searching...
I am a bicycle rider (1000 miles last year) and also a railfan and model railroader.I do not support the removal of rail lines just for the sake of hiking and...
... way I am, as long as the line is going to be abandoned. ... You can't generalize. I've taken a bicycle camping trip up and down the C&O Canal Towpath Path....
We have a group in Peoria, IL that is trying to tear out 9 miles of track to put in a trail. Number one the track is NOT abandoned and is a working shortline...
I hear ya.There is a lot of anti railroad sentiment it seems.Just the way the public blasts the rr's for bad crossings even though bad roads and pot holes...
In a message dated 3/18/2003 2:03:51 PM Central Standard Time, ... I was wondering if there are any groups/individuals that are lobbying against this? Because...
Tom, Yes there are several groups that lobbied against this. One is the Illinois Prairie Railroad Foundation, of which I am president. The other was the actual...
... My grandmother went there, a long, long, long time ago. She was born in Mason City IL. I guess I should say something on-topic. OK, here's a link to some ...
Ok this brings to mind a question that I have been thinking about for a long time now hopefully I have found the right group to ask. I live in Hoopeston IL we...
Mr Thompson: Please if you would be so kind bring me up to speed on what is happening, by reading your post I take it they are trying to make a still active...
Looks like the end for NS Saluda Grade is near, I am not from that area, but was wondering how many rail customers are on the line for a possible short line...
The Saluda Grade route is basicly a bridge line. I am not aware of any customers between East Flat Rock and Tryon, points just above and below the grade. I...
It looks like a crew has been dismantling part of the ex-PRR line just south of Winamac, Indiana. Rail has been pulled on over a quarter mile of track so far...
... <no_reply@y...> wrote: Looks like the end for NS Saluda Grade is near, I am not from that area, but was wondering how many rail customers are on the line...
Hmmmmmmmm, here are some photos I found that show some tracks cut up and other tell-tale signs. http://www.polkcounty.org/saludagrade/Demise/demise.htm ... ...
How long has it been since this line has seen action? Other than the fact that they cut it, the track doesn't look like it's in that bad condition. Even the...
hello to all. have a question regarding a certain area of former nyc trackage near my home. would like to know operation of former nyc at handy tower where nyc...
hello to all. kind of confusing since i have added myself to more groups so i will try to make the best of things since to some they have heard this before,...
anyone know of abandon railroads in wisconsin, I have seen a few but need some information. thank you __________________________________________________ Do you...
in my search to gather information in 2 recent postings to more than one group that i happen to belong to, i was made aware that that one particular group that...
These groups are for anyone wishing to ask and discuss various topics. I enjoy everyone's postings except for the whiners. If you don't like a posting, skip...
Hello to all, Although not a whole lot happened yesterday, the kb&s did drop off 2 more tank cars in fowler though, thats about all i could tell. Does anyone...
Dear Bill, I don't mind your postings at all, long winded or not. If I don't have the time to read them, I don't, it's just that simple. Some people use the...
BillI just wanted to drop you a quick note! I live in Hoopeston and just North of town last Tues, we had a LARGE feild fire. Someone who no one knows was...
Hello all, Just wanted to let everyone know that my research into the Big Four line north of Templeton Ind. and the Danville secondary (Egyptian line) is...
Have recieved a plesant surprise today. Was lent a good condition track map book labeled "Penn Central-southwest/east division-southern region" Now i think ...
Hi Bill, There may be some information on my website, URL below. Also, I would be interested in any information you may care to pass on. Thanks in advance. ...
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