This water tank is rarely used anymore, but it remains for emergency use. The tank is an old boiler shell from the power house of the Cass Mill. Notice the brakemen on the caboose and flatcar. ... (more)
There is not a steeper grade on the entire railroad than the final grade into Bald Knob. Ruling Grade is 9%!!! The forest at this altitude is primarily Spruce and Hemlock, much differnt than are... (more)