During my day off this week, work continued steadily on the new covered bridge approach. I managed to get the forms in place for the bridge’s new abutments. The first one went slowly as I worked out the best method, … Continue reading →
When we pulled the covered bridge from its original location, the steel channel bent and detached. Rather than simply replacing it in kind, I took the opportunity this week to improve the structure by installing 4×6 beams—bringing the bridge more … Continue reading →
Yesterday was moving day on the railroad. Originally, the plan was to raise the bridge in place using cribbing, then build up the abutments underneath to meet the new grade. But a good friend suggested a better approach: lift the … Continue reading →
Here are a few photos that tell the story of the work accomplished between last November and this spring. We are truly making steady progress, with much more to come in the week ahead. I’ve included the dates and locations … Continue reading →
Over the past few weeks, during my day off, I’ve been able to make some significant progress on the Nasonville Valley Railroad Station. The front wall is now complete, along with the back wall—which I built in two sections—and both side … Continue reading →
What is a railroad without a station? A station is the heart of a railroad—the place where people gather, where passengers catch a ride, and where trains are watched, admired, and enjoyed. Especially on a Live Steam backyard railroad, a … Continue reading →