Potts Valley Branch

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That's a great post, John - reminds me of our tromp through the woods at
the Rorer Iron Mines two winters ago!

Stephen Warren, Roanoke

On Thu, Jan 13, 2022 at 6:54 AM NW Mailing List <nw-mailing-list at nwhs.org>
wrote:

> The Potts Valley Branch lay quiet today awaiting the next significant
> snowfall expected in a few days. 2022 will mark 90 years since train
> service was discontinued on this scenic 39 mile line between
> Ripplemead/Pott's Valley Junction and Paint Bank, VA.
>
> The first view is looking west from Crosier Trestle toward the summit of
> the grade over the Eastern Continental Divide near Kire which can be
> seen in the far distance through the trees.
>
> Other views include looking across the 100 foot deep water-gap of
> Crosier Trestle, and a view at the bottom of one of the trestle's pier
> foundations beside the stream.
>
> I always enjoy history the most when it gets me into the out-of-doors.
> May this lift your spirit a little if you could not be outside today.
>
> John Garner, Newport, VA.
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