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Kentucky Railway Museum – New Haven

August 17, 2024 0 Comments

Kentucky Railway Museum - New Haven

The Kentucky Railway Museum, located in New Haven, Kentucky, is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of railroads and their impact on the region. The museum was established in 1954 as a non-profit organization.

According to the La Grange Railroad Museum – “There are currently six major rail operators of freight service in Kentucky and seven regional carriers operating some 2,400 miles of track in the state. These Carriers employ about 4,800 men and women”. Clearly an important source of industrial jobs in the state.

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Rural Kentucky Railroad Bridge – West Point

August 16, 2024 0 Comments

Rural Kentucky Railroad Bridge - West Point

A rusty metal railway bridge passes through a dense patch of Kentucky forest, and across the Salt River, just upstream from the Ohio River. The intricate structure and beams create a geometric pattern, while the train tracks lead the viewer through the structure and into the trees beyond. Located in rural area of Kentucky, near West Point, and Fort Knox.

According to the La Grange Railroad Museum – “There are currently six major rail operators of freight service in Kentucky and seven regional carriers operating some 2,400 miles of track in the state. These Carriers employ about 4,800 men and women”. Clearly an important source of industrial jobs in the state.

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Kennecott Oquirrh Mountains Reflection – Utah

July 10, 2024 0 Comments

Kennecott Oquirrh Mountains Reflection – Utah

The Oquirrh Mountains are located in northern Utah, stretching from the southeastern edge of the Great Salt Lake southwards to the Utah Valley. They are situated between they sit on the western edge of the Salt Lake Valley, and the northern corner of Utah Valley.

The highest peak in the range is Desolation Peak, which rises to an elevation of about 11,052 feet (3,364 meters)

As can be visibly seen in the photograph, the Oquirrh Mountains have a rich mining history, particularly for copper. The Bingham Canyon Mine, also known as the Kennecott Copper Mine, is one of the largest open-pit copper mines in the world. Mining in the area began in the late 19th century and continues to be a significant economic activity in the region.

Kennecott Oquirrh Mountains Reflection - Utah

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