[PRCo] Loop trackage

[Bob Rathke]

The new issue of Trolley Fare states that PTM needs to fabricate rail for the loop at the north end of the Museum line.  Did they consider salvaging loop trackwork from an abandoned trolley line in Pittsburgh, or were the Arden requirements for a larger radius loop?  I suspect that it is easier to fabricate a loop - even from old rail -  rather than trying to remove and renew an old loop. The Route 5 loop still exists under the asphalt pavement on Spring Hill, and the Route 1 loop may still be in place too.

Trackage for the McKinney Ave. trolley line in Dallas was under the pavement for about 30 years before it was put back into service.

Have a Happy New Year!

Bob 12/31/02