Belt Railway of Chicago
Reporting Marks: BRC
History
Incorportated: Nov. 22, 1882, open May 1, 1883, by leasing the Belt Division of Chicago & Western Indiana RR.
On Nov. 11, 1912, by reorganization, extended ownership to other railroads.
Acquired, Sept, 2, 1912, the Chicago Union Transfer Rwy.
Acquired in 1933, the Burlington South Chicago Terminal Rwy.
On Aug. 15, 1962, purchased all property that was being leased.
Right of Way
Map #1 from 1924 annual report.
Map #2 from 1938 annual report.
Clearing Yard
Hawthorn Junction
PHOTOS
Locomotives
Maintenance of Way
Related Railroad Lines
Burlington South Chicago Terminal
Chicago Union Transfer
Additional Resources
BRC Official Web Site
Current Locomotive Roster
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