One never knows, until you ask. Thus, that is the case today. The Southern Pacific Depot at Litchfield is something I know hardly anything about. It was built 1913/14 and was the railroad’s Common Standard Plan #22. It is the same plan used for the depot at Fernley, Nevada.
Considering that it was a substantial structure for that region, the above photograph is one of only two I have that I have come across. For all the activity that took place there, information is nearly non-existant. I do not even have a clue as to when it was shut down and/or also dismantled. If anyone can enlighten me, that would truly be appreciated.
Good morning Tim,
I have done a quick look at a few resources and so far have only found one article about the closure of the depot. An article titled “Standish Farm Center Meets” on page 7 of the January 26, 1953 Reno Gazette-Journal states that the group discussed the Southern Pacific’s intention to close the Litchfield depot effective February 13. Of course that doesn’t mean that it happened, but it is a clue.
I will keep looking for other details. If I find anything I will let you know.