McHenry Railroad Loop

McHenry Railroad Loop
U.S. National Register of Historic Places
Nearest city	McHenry, North Dakota
Area	32.5 acres (13.2 ha)
Built	1899
Built by	Northern Pacific Railway Company
NRHP Reference #	86002751[1]
Added to NRHP	October 2, 1986

The McHenry Railroad Loop near McHenry, North Dakota was built in 1899 by the Northern Pacific Railway Company. Also known as McHenry or as End of Line or as Northern Pacific Railroad Turn Around Loop, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986. The listing included 32.5 acres (13.2 ha).^[1]

It is puzzling why the railroad put in a loop of railroad, rather than a far less expensive railroad turntable. The cost difference at the time would be approximately $5,000 vs. $500.^[2]:10

References

1. Staff (2010-07-09). "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service.
2. Walter L. Bailey (April 9, 1986). "National Register of Historic Places Inventory/Nomination: McHenry Railroad Loop / McHenry / End of Line / Northern Pacific Railroad Turn Around Loop" (PDF). National Park Service. and accompanying photos

External links

• McHenry Railroad Loop Association
• Museum and visiting information - ND Tourism