Great Northern 4-8-4 2584

colin anderson · **Joined:** Sat Aug 28, 2004 1:45 pm **Posts:** 8

Who owns and maintain the Great Northern 4-8-4 2584 in Havre,MT

Scott · **Posted:** Fri Nov 19, 2004 2:28 am

Colin:

I don't know the answer to your question but Havre is the site of a long-time locomotive shop and service facility (GN/BN/BNSF). My guess is that there is a group of retirees who maintain the engine and the grounds. Somebody more local likely knows more.

Scott

jd johnson · **Joined:** Mon Aug 23, 2004 10:50 am **Posts:** 399

Collin,

My understanding is that the locomotive is still owned by BNSF. It was moved a few years ago from near the Park Hotel to closer to the Amtrak Depot.

This is my favorite locomotive. I used to imagine it in operation as a child. Every time I went to Havre, I had to see it.

My impression is that the locomotive is very sound mechanically and would make a good candidate for restoration.

I am currently making a copy of the whistle in my shop. I am making it only half the diameter. It is a seven chime whistle.

I hope I have been helpful.

Take Care,

jd johnson Morehead and North Fork Railroad Historian