| Empty train on loop track approaching loading tower. Some of the rear cars of the train can be seen in the distance. The mine is several miles south and the coal is sent to the loading tower by conveyor belt including this curving ramp to the top of the tower. The 78-mile Black Mesa and Lake Powell RR is isolated from other railroads in northeastern Arizona. It's sole purpose is to haul coal from Black Mesa Mine near Kayenta, AZ to the Navajo Generating Station power plant at Page, AZ (Lake Powell). It is powered by a 50,000 Volt catenary. It has one train set that is in almost constant use. For more information visit http://www.trainweb.org/southwestshorts/bmlp.html and http://www.american-rails.com/black-mesa-and-lake-powell-railroad.html |