The Franklin Mineral’s railroad operates 16 miles of the former Tennessee Central Railroad between Crab Orchard, TN and Rockwood, TN. The TC was a shortline railroad that operated between Hopkinsville, KY and Emory Gap, TN, traversing some of the most … Continued
Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA I have always been a big fan of highhood diesel locomotive, probably stemming from the fact that the locomotive that got me started on trains was the Indian Railways WDM2, also known as the ALCO DL-560 were … Continued
The West Tennessee Railroad The West Tennessee Railroad had a unique appeal for me, in addition to operating a large portion of the former GM&O, one of my favorite fallen flag railroads, the line relies exclusively on GE motive power … Continued
It’s been awhile since I’ve taken off time to do anything locally but the plan was too perfect to pass up. My good friend Joseph Darby who works with the Nashville Steam Preservation Society which is working to restore NC&STL steam … Continued
Few shortline railroads elicit such immediate recognition from rail enthusiasts as the TransTucky Transportation, more commonly know as TTI. This scrappy little shortline took 50 miles of run down and soon to be abandoned L&N branchline trackage and transformed it … Continued
For 4th of July I wanted to look back and see how much of this country I have actually explored and photographed, the verdict is I still have alot left to go! I have put together a short photo series … Continued