Last updated: May 20, 2021
Place
Russell Snowplow
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Quick Facts
Location:
Calumet, MI
Significance:
Contributing Structure to the Calumet National Historic Landmark District
Amenities
4 listed
Cellular Signal, Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Parking - Auto, Parking - Bus/RV
With over 200 inches of annual snowfall, keeping the rail lines open was an endless but necessary task. Without its own power, a steam locomotive "pushed" the snowplow to clear rail lines. Nearby, you may see evidence of historic railways once used to carry people, supplies, or equipment.