I would like to model the C of G in Goodwater, Ala. I know the general layout of the track, but where would I find an actual drawing of the track layout? I would also like to know what type freight engines where used between Columbus, GA., and Birmingham, AL.? Does information exist as to the make-up of freight trains on the line? What type cars were most frequently seen and what lines did they represent? Any information would be helpful. Thanks.

William McMahan

-- William McMahan (whm1@ra.msstate.edu), January 12, 2003

Answers

William McMahan,

I was just wondering if you got my previous response about the Sanborn Digital Maps I have covering Goodwater for use in planing your layout. Please contact me back.

Dale E. Burns Webmaster, Dale's Alabama Rail Pic's http://stagmiesalrailpics.homestead.com/home.html

-- Dale E. Burns (trainshooter@charter.net), February 26, 2004.

William, concerning your request about the layout of tracks in Goodwater, AL. I have several Sanborn Maps saved on disk covinging Goodwater starting in the late 1800's all the way up thought the 1950's. I'd be more than happy to Email them to you if you want.

Dale E. Burns Webmaster, Dale's Alabama Rail Pic's http://stagmiesalrailpics.homestead.com/home.html

Owner/Moderator, Alabama Railroads (ALrails) Yahoo! Group

-- Dale E. Burns (trainshooter@bellsouth.net), December 01, 2003.

I forgot to give a time frame for this information. My interest revolves around the 50's.

Thanks William McMahan

-- William McMahan (whm1@ra.msstate.edu), January 13, 2003.