Railroad Maps

[kwilson]

Surveying Atchison and Topeka Right of Way in Franklin Canyon - Christie Road area northeast of Richmond, CA. Does anyone know who i could contact for railroad right of way mapping? The railroad runs along HWY 4.

Ken Wilson

[Ca.PLS8200]

You may be able to view the Railroad maps at the Assessor's Office. The maps are usually transmitted to them for assessment purposes.

[tmack]

Ken, If this part of the railroad is owned by Burlington and Santa Fe you can look for Valuation Maps from them. I looked for a contact number in my old files and I had no luck. You will need to know a railroad mileage post. If they have the info you will have top ay for the maps. You get 5 maps and the cost is over $100+
If the R-O-W was turned over to a smaller operating railroad you most likely be out of luck.
Contact a local Historical society and see if they have any information. Also try a railroad museum in the area if one exists.
Just some thoughts.

[PE_PLS]

If it were me, I would pay a visit to Contra Costa Public Works - 255 Glacier Way, Martinez. They are open for in person visits. Their survey department is very organized, with lots of records.

[Mojavegreen]

You might check with the State Board of Equalization as they have some old RR maps. This is the contact I have used. He will need like the township, range and if you could get a mile marker that would be helpful. Happy hunting...

colin.parich@boe.ca.gov

[kwilson]

Thank you for these answers!

Ken Wilson