Historical Railroads
Winn Parish has a rich historical and active rail network
featuring key historical routes and current freight lines.
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Submitted by: Mike Collins
J. W. Clary - Fireman
- Tremont and Gulf Railway (T&G): Established in July 1902,
this line connected Tremont to Winnfield, LA (about 48 miles),
with branches to Rochelle and other timber towns. It served
local lumber, pulpwood, and paper operations before being
purchased by the Illinois Central Railroad in 1958 and
officially abandoned in March 1986. You can read more about its
legacy on the The Tremont and Gulf Railroad - Abandoned Rails
page.
- Rock Island Line (Winnfield to Packton): A former mainline
running south from Winnfield to Packton, LA, which connected
into Alexandria. This route was present on historical
mid-century maps and later abandoned around 1985, as detailed on
the Winnfield to Packton, LA - Abandoned Rails timeline.
- Louisiana Railway and Navigation Co. (LRN): Built by
Prussian-born industrialist William Edenborn, this major line
connected Shreveport to New Orleans and played a massive role in
opening up Winn Parish's timber and agricultural resources.
