Freeport Railroad
1863-1865
In 1863 a ten mile long short line was built from Brighton Station on the Sacramento Valley RR to this here spot. It was called “Freeport” because it avoided the high charges for landing freight and passengers at the Sacramento City embarcadero. The short line became a popular short cut to the “Washoe” mines. Central Pacific RR bought the line in 1865 and removed the track in 1866 to eliminate competition.
A short lived short cut short line.
New Helvetia Chapter No. 5 E. Clampus Vitus
August 2, 1969
Marker is on Highway 160, on the right when traveling south.
Courtesy hmdb.org
