I'm doing a research project on the Sacramento Rail Yard which was initially used/built by the Central Pacific, bought by Southern Pacific, bought by Union Pacific. I'm looking for the earliest maps of the general area that I can find, preferably even before there was much, if any, construction. There must have been an initial survey of the landscape by Judah or one of his engineers, I would think. Any notes, maps, or anything else pictorial from the very earliest stage of ownership would be helpful. I know there are repositories in the CSRM, etc. but I'm looking for someone with specific knowledge of specific maps, please. Thanks for the help.
<font color="3333ff">Charlane, welcome to Trainboard I am a bit too far away to help but hopefully someone can give you some information. </font> ------------------ Alan The perfect combination - BNSF and N Scale! www.ac-models.com Andersley Western Railroad Alan's American Gallery Alan's European Gallery Alan's British Steam Gallery
Your best bet still is the CSRM. California State Railroad Museum 111 I Street Sacramento, CA 95814 552-5252-7245 ------------------ Jim Harrawood #85 Utah Rails D&RGW---Main Line Thru The Rockies
Have you checked the book Empire Express: Building the First Transcontinental Railroad by David Haward Bain? The book contains some early maps and if I remember correctly some drawings by Judah. Also, the bibliography may have a reference for what you are looking for. Good luck. ------------------ Residing in BNSF's St. Croix Subdivision near Trempealeau, WI [This message has been edited by Patrick (edited 23 August 2000).]