Near Valdez in Valdez-Cordova Census Area, Alaska — Northwest (North America)
Old Railroad Tunnel
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, June 24, 2010
1. Old Railroad Tunnel Marker
This tunnel was hand cut into the solid rock of Keystone Canyon and is all that is left of the “railroad era” when nine companies fought to take advantage of the short route from the coast to the Copper Country. However a feud interrupted progress. A gun battle was fought and the tunnel was never finished.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Railroads & Streetcars.
Location. 61° 5.052′ N, 145° 53.593′ W. Marker is near Valdez in Valdez-Cordova Census Area, Alaska. Marker is on Richardson Highway (Alaska Route 4 at milepost 15). The Richardson Highway mile posts were established before the 1964 Good Friday earthquake destroyed the town of Valdez. 'Old' Valdez was abandoned and 'New' Valdez was established four miles further down the road, thus the mile post for 'New' Valdez is -4 miles. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Valdez AK 99686, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 2 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Horse and Sled Trail (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Goat Trail (approx. one mile away).
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Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, June 24, 2010
2. The Old Railroad Tunnel
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on November 18, 2011, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 1,168 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 18, 2011, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
