Niantic in East Lyme in New London County, Connecticut — The American Northeast (New England)
The Hole in the Wall
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), June 24, 2023
1. The Hole in the Wall Marker
Inscription.
The Hole in the Wall. . The railroad between New Haven and New London was originally a single track. To allow for higher speed and more frequent trains the railroad was double-tracked and completed in 1894. At that time the "Hole in the Wall" was constructed. Underpasses such as this were commonly built to prevent dangerous and illegal railroad crossings by pedestrians. In Niantic, this underpass also provides access to the shore. Coastal access continues to play an important role in East Lyme's economy.
The railroad between New Haven and New London was originally a single track. To allow for higher speed and more frequent trains the railroad was double-tracked and completed in 1894. At that time the "Hole in the Wall" was constructed. Underpasses such as this were commonly built to prevent dangerous and illegal railroad crossings by pedestrians. In Niantic, this underpass also provides access to the shore. Coastal access continues to play an important role in East Lyme's economy.
Erected by East Lyme Public Trust Foundation, Inc., with funding by Chelsea Groton.
Location. 41° 19.29′ N, 72° 11.727′ W. Marker is in East Lyme, Connecticut, in New London County. It is in Niantic. Marker can be reached from Boardwalk just east of Baptist Lane, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 30 Main Street, Niantic CT 06357, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. McCook Point (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); A Place for Play (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Iron Horse (approx. 0.2 miles away);
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), June 24, 2023
2. The Hole in the Wall Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on March 27, 2024. It was originally submitted on June 30, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 68 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on June 30, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
