G M & N Engine No. 72 - Franklinton, LA
N 30° 51.467 W 090° 09.800
15R E 771259 N 3417286
Beautifully restored 10 wheeler locomotive, located on the Washington Parish/Franklinton Fair grounds.
Waymark Code: WM6HMY
Location: Louisiana, United States
Date Posted: 06/07/2009
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Awesome is the only word I could think of when I "stumbled" upon this locomotive. I could imagine it chugging along with the steam billowing from the stack. Never seen one this large in person, it is truly huge, the pics do not do it justice. It is located in the fairgrounds. There is no gate, so I imagine it is accessible daily.
The line was GM&O (NOGN).
From the dedication plaque, a brief history states
Engine Number 72.
Build Alco's - Schenectedy New York
January 1914
Donated by Standard Gravel - John B. Green
Lines of Service - NOGN - GM&N - GM&O-ICG
It then lists contributors who helped in restoration in 2008.
Locomotive Type: (required): Steam
If "other" what is the engine type? (optional):
This train was coal powered.
Do you need to pay an entrance fee to view this locomotive? (required): No
If a fee is required what is the approximate cost for admittance? (optional):
It is free to look at this train.
How accessible is this locomotive display? (Required): Display is behind a fence, access is limited to viewing only.
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