A Wendel Map

1924 Wendel Railroad Map

Those rail fans may find this appealing, while others not. On the other hand it is documented for posterity.

Lassen County had to go through unusual hoops with railroad crossings at Wendel. They had to contend with the NCO’s narrow gauge and Southern Pacific’s standard gauge. In 1924, the county wanted to make a road alignment. The Southern Pacific agreed and provided the map above.

Tim

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