Dallas Depot - Dallas Texas
N 32° 46.952 W 096° 45.734
14S E 709576 N 3629395
Train Depot in the Railroad Museum at Fairpark Dallas Texas.
Waymark Code: WM5PMX
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 01/30/2009
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In July 1872 the Houston and Texas Central became the first railroad to reach Dallas. This frame depot was reconstructed from H T C and the Texas and New Orleans in 1903, when both lines were part of the Southern Pacific system. Originally located on Eakin street this structure served as a passenger station until 1918 and a yardmasters office until 1963. Threatened with demolition it was then moved to this site.
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?:
At the railroad museum in Fairpark Dallas, Texas
What rail lines does/did the station/depot serve?: Houston and Texas Central
Station/Depot Web Site: [Web Link]
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