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Vertical Sheaves and Cogs in a Pit

Vertical Sheaves and Cogs in a Pit

These vertical sheaves, and cogs, were used to pull the rope that pulled trains up the incline plane. Engine House No. 6 is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, as part of the Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site.
Galleries: Allegheny Portage Railroad, Machinery
Keywords: allegheny portage railroad, cogs, engine, engine house, fiber rope, gallitzin, pennsylvania, sheaves, steam-powered engine, vertical sheaves
Photo Location: Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site, Pennsylvania
Photographer: Dr. Roy Winkelman
Date of Photo: 11/25/2011
Device Make: Canon
Device Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Original Dimensions: 5616×3744
Picture Orientation: Landscape
GPS Coordinates: 40°27'22.18"N 78°33'01.88"W
Picture Number: 15803