Inyokern in Kern County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
"Siding 16"
1909 - 2009
Photographed By Michael Kindig, December 4, 2011
1. "Siding 16" Marker
This Railroad Siding, established in 1909, was the beginning of the town of Inyokern.
In celebration of its 100th anniversary, it is with pride that the Inyokern Chamber of Commerce contributes this commemorative inscription.
Erected 2009 by Inyokern Chamber of Commerce.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1909.
Location. 35° 38.826′ N, 117° 48.726′ W. Marker is in Inyokern, California, in Kern County. Marker is at the intersection of West Inyokern Road (State Highway 178) and Brown Road, on the right when traveling west on West Inyokern Road. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Inyokern CA 93527, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 3 other markers are within 9 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Indian Wells (approx. 3.7 miles away); Naval Ordnance Test Station, China Lake (approx. 8.2 miles away); MK IV Special Weapon (approx. 8.2 miles away).
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Photographed By Michael Kindig, December 4, 2011
2. "Siding 16" Marker
The railroad siding can be seen behind the marker. Click on photo to see an enlarged view.
Photographed By Michael Kindig, December 4, 2011
3. Inyokern
Credits. This page was last revised on February 8, 2024. It was originally submitted on December 7, 2011, by Michael Kindig of Elk Grove, California. This page has been viewed 740 times since then and 34 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 7, 2011, by Michael Kindig of Elk Grove, California. 3. submitted on December 8, 2011, by Michael Kindig of Elk Grove, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
