Railtown 1897 Jackson, CA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member BackPak
N 37° 57.003 W 120° 25.022
10S E 726950 N 4203420
This is a working turn table and steam engine repair site.
Waymark Code: WM1BKZ
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 03/26/2007
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Crystal Sound
Views: 116
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This turn table is located in Jamestown, CA and is part if the Sierra Railroad system and is still in operation.

This one of the largest steam engine repair facility's in the U.S. and all the work is done by volunteers.

For more Information: Railtown Web Page
This page will give you the months and hours of operation. If you can take the 2 buck tour its great!

Number of Stalls: 8

Year Built: 01/01/1897

Currently in Operation: yes
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