Exciting news in the world of historic preservation, transportation, enhancements and community: the Vergennes Railroad Station will be relocated and rehabilitated. This past weekend the community came out with great anticipation to watch the building move up and over the tracks and around some tight curves.
There she goes over the railroad tracks. Prior to Saturday the building was braced, stabilized and set on the custom hydraulic jacks. The haul road was constructed, too.
Once over the tracks, the depot had to turn between the building and silos.
And she turns.
A closer view of the hydraulic jacks.
Still on the move, about to head down a hill.
Making another tight turn; the building remains secure and stable.
Parked for the night, awaiting the next move across Route 22A.
Talk about an impressive day and what a great project this will be. Stay tuned for news throughout the project.
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