Alcolu Railroad
| Alcolu Railroad | |
|---|---|
| Dates of operation | 1902–1936 |
| Successor | none |
| Track gauge | 4 ft 8 1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge |
The Alcolu Railroad was a shortline railroad that served South Carolina in the early 20th century. It was incorporated in 1902 to help to bring lumber from Alcolu, South Carolina, in Clarendon County, to outside markets by connecting with larger rail lines.[1]
Route
- Alcolu, junction with Central Railroad of South Carolina
- McLead, 2 miles
- Henby, 5 miles
- Durant, 7 miles
- Gable, 11 miles
- Sardinia, 12 miles
- New Zion, 14 miles
- Seloc, 17 miles
- Paroda Junction, 20 miles, junction with Paroda Railroad
- Hudson, 21 miles
- Olanta, 25 miles
- Kirby, 29 miles
Closure
It was abandoned on June 4, 1936.[2]