I don't know the economics of rail transport but ---
Naugatuck Valley,Connecticut?
There were numerous industries using the line for freight. (that still exist) In several years all switched to truck.
Even the 'cement' operation in Ansonia got 'frieght' cars as did the 'propane' place.
I think the 'candy bar' place in Naugatuck is still serviced and the scrap yard on Watertown branch.
I never see any comments by the customers themselves as to WHY they switched to truck?
Even Torrington was serviced but as to that if the Naugatuck can't find a customer that's worth it?
Otherwise it is almost amazing as to the only thing that is politically correct in Connecticut.
--- NO heavy industry
Condo's..office buildings...shopping mall's.....
Naugatuck Valley,Connecticut?
There were numerous industries using the line for freight. (that still exist) In several years all switched to truck.
Even the 'cement' operation in Ansonia got 'frieght' cars as did the 'propane' place.
I think the 'candy bar' place in Naugatuck is still serviced and the scrap yard on Watertown branch.
I never see any comments by the customers themselves as to WHY they switched to truck?
Even Torrington was serviced but as to that if the Naugatuck can't find a customer that's worth it?
Otherwise it is almost amazing as to the only thing that is politically correct in Connecticut.
--- NO heavy industry
Condo's..office buildings...shopping mall's.....