Southern Pacific 1221 Deming New Mexico
N 32° 16.138 W 107° 45.036
13S E 240909 N 3573571
Southern Pacific Steam Locomotive 1221 Deming,New Mexico
Waymark Code: WM1X6H
Location: New Mexico, United States
Date Posted: 07/25/2007
Views: 57
This Locomotive is Located in the exact center of Luna County, New Mexico near Interstate 10,Deming was founded in 1881 near the junction point of the 2nd Transcontinental Railroad.
Named for Mary Ann Deming, wife of 19th Century railroad magnate Charles Crocker.
Old Southern Pacific Locomotive Engine 1221 has been retired to its final resting place next to the Deming-Luna County Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center.
There is also a caboose to tour for the kids and some old boxcars as well.
Don't forget the Deming Duck Races.
As always have fun be safe and
HAPPY...................................WAYMARKING
Locomotive Type: (required): Steam
Do you need to pay an entrance fee to view this locomotive? (required): No
How accessible is this locomotive display? (Required): Display is behind a fence, access is limited to viewing only.
If "other" what is the engine type? (optional): Not listed
If a fee is required what is the approximate cost for admittance? (optional): Not listed
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