Dalecarlia Tunnel
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It was built in 1910 as part of the Georgetown Branch of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad.[1] It is a Roman arch tunnel, measuring Script error: No such module "convert". wide by Script error: No such module "convert". long. It features decorative brick facings on both ends and is lined with brick throughout its length.
CSX Transportation, the successor to the B&O Railroad, ceased train operations through the tunnel in 1985 and officially abandoned the rail line in 1986.
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External links
- The Georgetown Branch - History and photos
- Capital Crescent Trail
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- Brookmont, Maryland
- Railroad tunnels in Maryland
- Baltimore and Ohio Railroad tunnels
- Rail trails in Maryland
- Transportation buildings and structures in Montgomery County, Maryland
- Protected areas of Montgomery County, Maryland
- Tunnels completed in 1910
- 1910 establishments in Maryland