Changing location of Athol Branch, now abandoned and under the Quabbin Reservoir, 6266-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-383528

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Description

The image depicts a construction area where the Athol Branch is being relocated before being abandoned and submerged under the Quabbin Reservoir. Visible elements include various construction materials, structures, and equipment scattered throughout the site, along with utility poles and partially constructed stone walls. The surrounding landscape includes bare trees and uneven, rocky terrain.

Details

Descriptive Terms

railroads
bridges (built works)
hills
snow (precipitation)
trees
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP012248
B-Series negative 6266-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

Date of Acquisition

1965

Reference Code

PC015.002.760.6266-B

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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