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| Author: | IC382 [ Mon May 17, 2010 1:10 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Great Smoky Mountains Railroad |
Does anyone have new 411 on how things are in North Carolina at the GSMR? I was bored at work and did some searches to see if their construction/turntable/etc had been taking place. Several articles that I came across stated that GSMR was to be receiving FRA money to upgrade track, install turntable, etc. The articles all date to 2005/06. I know that 1702/722 are still just sitting there...as they have been for years...but how about all of these upgrades to the physical plant itself? I already have a trip planned to raft and kayak there for 2 weeks in July...and would appreciate feedback. Thanks |
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| Author: | j32885 [ Tue May 18, 2010 12:06 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad |
I was there 2 years ago, and did the two trips that they offer. The train ride was beautiful and scenic along the river, but riding their old tunnel was creepy. The trains I was riding on had diesel power and the units GSMR 711 & GSMR 777. GSMR 1751 was hauling a freight local, which headed to the interchange with Norfolk Southern. Both SOU 722 & USA 1702 were pieces while I was there. Here are current photos of their steamers: Southern 722: http://www.rrpicturearchives.net/locoPi ... 134&Page=3 US Army 1702: http://www.rrpicturearchives.net/locoPi ... 992&Page=7 Currently, the Great Smoky Mountrain Railroad is having financial difficulties with the current economy. |
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