Raritan River Railroad - Wikipedia
WEBThe Raritan River Rail Road (reporting mark RR) was a 12-mile (19 km) shortline railroad in Middlesex County, New Jersey U.S., Founded in 1888, it was based in South Amboy, from which it ran west as far as New Brunswick. It served both passengers and freight in its heyday and operated profitably throughout much of its existence.
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WEBHistory of the Raritan River Railroad. South River Swing Bridge; A Moment in Time - 1937 on the RRRR; Silent Movies made on the RRRR - 1910 to 1923; Engines, Cars and Cabooses; Field Trips; Forgotten History of the Raritan River Railroad. Forgotten traces of the RRRR as seen in the three official maps; World War I sabotage on the Raritan River ...
Raritan River Railroad: A Comprehensive History - American-Rails.com
WEBSep 4, 2024 · The Raritan River Railroad, a small yet significant regional railroad in New Jersey, holds a unique place in the annals of American transportation history. Established during an era of proliferating rail networks, the Raritan River provided essential services to its industrial and residential communities, weaving itself into the socio-economic ...
Raritan River Railroad Historical Society
WEBThe Raritan River Railroad Historical Society (RRRRHS) is devoted to preserving and promoting the history of the Raritan River Railroad, which operated in central New Jersey from 1888 to 1980.
History of the Raritan River Railroad
WEBRaritanRiver Railroad. Forgotten traces of the RRRR as seen in the three official Raritan River Rail Road Company maps from 1910-1915, second set from 1948-1958, and the last set from the late 1960s. Version 1.1.
History of the Raritan River Railroad
WEBThe Raritan River Rail Road was built during the end of the peak of the railroad building fever in the late 1880’s. The goal was to go from South Amboy to Bound Brook, a goal that was never completed. Construction was started in Sayreville in 1888 with 60lb rail, with a few trains running by the end of that same year.
Raritan River Railroad History - LostHistory.net
WEBThe Raritan River Railroad (RRRR) began operating in 1888 and grew to the final size of 12.6 miles in 1917. The 12.6 mile mainline ran from South Amboy to New Brunswick. During World War I, the railroad carried approximately 9000 troops to …
Photo Line: Final Days for the Raritan River - Railfan & Railroad …
WEBOct 5, 2022 · The Raritan River Railroad was a feisty short line in New Jersey, jointly owned by the Pennsylvania Railroad and the Central Railroad of New Jersey. It operated from South Amboy to New Brunswick, with roots dating back to 1888.
History of the Raritan River Railroad - JCRHS
WEBDec 26, 2011 · The Raritan River Railroad (RRRR) began operating in 1888 and grew to the final size of 12.6 miles in 1917. The 12.6 mile mainline ran from South Amboy to New Brunswick. During World War I, the railroad carried approximately 9000 troops to munitions plants in Parlin and Gillepsie.
Delaware & Raritan River Railroad completes track rehab project
WEBOct 3, 2023 · The Delaware & Raritan River Railroad has completed its “F&S Connection,” a 5-mile track rehabilitation project between Freehold and Farmingdale, through Howell, N.J. The project was finished nine months ahead of schedule.
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