Miniature Train Bridge - Brackenridge Park - San Antonio, TX
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member WalksfarTX
N 29° 27.709 W 098° 28.259
14R E 551295 N 3259269
A miniature train began operating in the park in the mid-to-late 1930s. A new, longer train route was constructed in 1957.
Waymark Code: WM16XNW
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 10/25/2022
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member ScroogieII
Views: 1

NRHP Registration Form

"The tracks crossed the river in two locations on newly constructed trestle and truss bridges and depots were built at locations along the route. The extended route still conveys visitors around the park today. The miniature train tracks, tunnel, and truss bridge, constructed between 1957 and 1961, are counted as one contributing structure."

Name of Historic District (as listed on the NRHP): Brackenridge Park

Link to nationalregisterofhistoricplaces.com page with the Historic District: [Web Link]

Address:
3903 N St Mary's St
San Antonio, TX 78212


How did you determine the building to be a contributing structure?: Narrative found on the internet (Link provided below)

Optional link to narrative or database: [Web Link]

NRHP Historic District Waymark (Optional): Not listed

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