Soda Springs in Caribou County, Idaho — The American West (Mountains)
The Dinkey Engine
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, June 22, 2017
1. The Dinkey Engine Marker
This miniature locomotive played an integral part in the history of Caribou County. When the dam at Alexander Reservoir was built in 1924, it hauled supplies to the dam. Trapped by rising water, the locomotive was abandoned. In 1976 the reservoir was drained for repairs, and the locomotive was uncovered. It was then lifted from its resting place, restored by Union Pacific Railroad, and presented to the city of Soda Springs. Boyd Mason, Chairman • Thomas Mathis, Advertising • Adrian Sasser • Jeffery Jones
Erected by Save the Train Committee.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Railroads & Streetcars. A significant historical year for this entry is 1976.
Location. 42° 39.378′ N, 111° 36.21′ W. Marker is in Soda Springs, Idaho, in Caribou County. Marker is on South Main Street near West Center Street, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 149 South Main Street, Soda Springs ID 83276, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Caribou Mountain (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line);
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Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, June 22, 2017
2. The Dinkey Engine and Marker
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, June 22, 2017
3. The Dinkey Engine
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, June 22, 2017
4. The Dinkey Engine
Credits. This page was last revised on August 7, 2017. It was originally submitted on August 7, 2017, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 561 times since then and 254 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on August 7, 2017, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.
