Southern California Regional Rocks and Roads

Original railroad bed near Del Mar, CA

February 10, 2018March 21, 2016

The railroad line that runs from San Diego to Los Angeles has seen many changes since it was originally constructed the early 1880’s. One of those changes was at the Los Penasquitos Marsh, otherwise known as Soledad Marsh. Originally, the railroad went around the marsh, passing along the hills to the north instead of going …

US 99 in Indio, CA

October 10, 2026March 12, 2016

Old US 99 still has some gems remaining in the Coachella Valley. On of these is a set of railroad overpasses dating from 1936 and 1956 (56-09R/L). These structures may be replaced in the near future, so I took the opportunity to take some photos of them before they are gone. Each structure is different …

Original railroad bed near Del Mar, CA

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