Kenwood branch

The Kenwood branch was a rapid transit line which was part of the Chicago 'L' system from 1907 to 1957. The branch served the Kenwood neighborhood of Chicago and consisted of six elevated stations. It opened on September 20, 1907 and closed on December 1, 1957.

Kenwood branch
Remains of Ellis/Lake Park station in December 2018
Overview
LocaleChicago, Illinois, U.S.
Termini
Stations6
Service
TypeRapid transit
SystemChicago 'L'
Operator(s)Chicago Transit Authority (1947–1957)
Chicago Rapid Transit Company (1924–1947)
South Side Elevated Railroad (1907–1924)
History
OpenedSeptember 20, 1907
ClosedDecember 1, 1957
Technical
Line length1.25 mi (2.01 km)
CharacterElevated
Track gauge4 ft 8+12 in (1,435 mm)
ElectrificationThird rail, 600 V DC
Route map

Indiana
South Parkway
Vincennes
Cottage Grove/Drexel
Ellis/Lake Park
42nd Place
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