Dayton Historic Depot, Dayton WA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Montana Dave
N 46° 19.267 W 117° 58.832
11T E 424515 N 5130193
Oldest Depot in Washington State
Waymark Code: WMTND
Location: Washington, United States
Date Posted: 10/09/2006
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member TheBeanTeam
Views: 63

Built in 1881, this is the oldest surviving railroad station in the State of Washington. In continuous use until 1972, it is now a museum and center for the interpretation/education of local history, and also serves as a resource for community activities. The Dayton Depot is listed on the Local, State, and National Registers of Historic Places.

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Is the station/depot currently used for railroad purposes?: Yes

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?:
Dayton Historical Depot Society


What rail lines does/did the station/depot serve?: Oregon Railway & Navigation (OR&N) then purchased by Union Pacific

Station/Depot Web Site: [Web Link]

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