Saugus Branch Railroad
The Saugus Branch Railroad (often called the Saugus Branch) was an American rail line that operated passenger service from 1853 to 1958. It serviced the Massachusetts communities of Saugus, Malden, Everett, Revere, and Lynn.
| Saugus Branch Railroad | |||
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1887 map with Saugus Branch highlighted in green | |||
| Overview | |||
| Status | Ceased operation | ||
| Owner | Saugus Branch Railroad Co. (1848–1855) Eastern Railroad (1855–1890) Boston & Maine Railroad (1890–1958) | ||
| Locale | Everett, Malden, Revere, Saugus, and Lynn | ||
| Termini |
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| Stations | 18 | ||
| Service | |||
| Operator(s) | Eastern (1853–1884) Boston & Maine (1884–1958) | ||
| History | |||
| Opened | 1853 | ||
| Closed | 1958 | ||
| Technical | |||
| Line length | 9.5 mi (15.3 km) | ||
| Track gauge | 4 ft 8+1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) | ||
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