Point Richmond Train Master's Office
Posted by: 
Squirreleen
N 37° 55.508 W 122° 23.036
10S E 554144 N 4197687
This station has been restored and repurposed, but trains still run by here. An historic "wig wag" signal crossing is nearby.
Waymark Code: WM42KR
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 06/28/2008
Views: 25
Point Richmond was founded because of the Santa Rail yard, so in a sense, this location is the heart of the historic district. The building was originally constructed in 1903 and was recently restored.
Is the station/depot currently used for railroad purposes?: No
Is the station/depot open to the public?: Yes
If the station/depot is not being used for railroad purposes, what is it currently used for?:
Mechanics Bank
What rail lines does/did the station/depot serve?: Santa Fe
Station/Depot Web Site: Not listed
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