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General discussion about railroad operations, related facilities, maps, and other resources.

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 #265134  by U-Haul
 
I believe that some of those abandoned line are now shortlines. Correct me If I am wrong.

 #265223  by Ken W2KB
 
Generally when a line is filed for abandonment, another operator may bid to purchase and operate it. I belive that the percentage of abandonments that went to other operators is fairly small compared to the peak total of line mileage.