Main facility: |
Station (Re-used)
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Lines: |
Blayney - Demondrille Line
Eugowra Branch
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Location: |
(148.7002°, -33.8343°) [exact] GDA94
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Distance: |
365.540 km from Sydney
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History: |
1-Nov-1886 | Opened |
unknown | Closed |
unknown | Re-opened |
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Other facilities: |
Turntable: 75' electric, in use (Loco) |
Photos: |
unknown, 1984, 1991, 1997, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2007, 2009 |
Description: |
Cowra was by far the most significant location on this line. As well as having the Eugowra line junction, the station served a major town. At its height, the location featured stock yards, goods sheds, car shed, staff barracks, stationmaster's house, and a flour mill. Numerous sidings were provided for these facilities. In addition, Cowra Loco was a major locomotive servicing point. It included inspection and ash pits, an engine house, coal stage and various facilities for the repair and maintenance of rolling stock.
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Current status: |
Cowra Loco is now the base for the Lachlan Valley Railway. The station is used as a based for the LVR's tourist train activities. Much of the infrastructure has been removed.
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Links: |
Lachlan Valley Railway Society
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