3/6/2005
6/12/2004
6/12/2004
6/12/2004
Landmark information
- Location:
On old state hwy, 3.2 mi E of Keene exit, 6.5 mi W of Tehachapi - Plaque:
Other Plaque - Site:
Existing - Date First Visited:
5/22/1997 - Date Most Recently Visited:
3/6/2005 - GPS Coordinates:
N 35 11.704, W 118 32.087
About this landmark
Plaque text:
Tehachapi Loop
From this spot may be seen a portion of the world-renowned "Loop." It was completed in 1876 under the direction of William Hood, Southern Pacific Railroad engineer. In gaining elevation around central hill of loop a 4000-foot train will cross 77 feet above its rear cars in tunnel below.