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(erielack) NYO&W
There has been some discussion about whether the old Erie
Graham Line could, in some way be connected to the River Line via
the abandoned NYO&W roadbed. Well, there is probably enough
old right-of-way to make that happen. But, when you look at the
actual map of this line, the connection would probably not be
practical. As soon as the O&W left the NYC at Cornwall it
encountered a steep grade and what appears to be a very tight S-
curve. If you could make 40 mph on it, it would be a stretch. The
O&W wasn't built for speed. Unless there was some major
engineering to straighten out the line, the possibility of opening it up
for commuter service is slim. These are my opinions based on
looking at old avaition maps and employee timetables.
Any other comments?
Ed Montgomery
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