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#9 The Big Trestle Abutments

The Big Trestle Abutments
The Big Trestle Abutments

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The area on which you are standing is one of the abutments of the Big Trestle. Take a moment to imagine what the Big Trestle looked like spanning the ravine in front of you, as compared to the Big Fill on your left. If you were traveling by rail to Promontory, which would you prefer? 

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Last updated: March 28, 2026