Actually, one big one. The area along the fence line to the left of oncoming MEBU was approximately where the DLW main line ran prior to 1959. Consolidation of facilities with the Erie that year eliminated it. The line would regain its right of way a few miles to the west at Gibson, near NY 414. Now its a cow pasture. The Southern Tier Line itself will change yet again in a few years. Conrail will single track this segment, eliminating the small bridge here in favor of a set of corrugated metal culverts. How things change... |
Date:
9/18/1990 |
Location:
Big Flats, NY Map |
Views:
728 |
Collection Of:
Tom Beckett |
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Author: Tom Beckett
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Picture Categories: Scenic,Action |
This picture is part of album: CP on the Southern Tier |