Switch Stands
Switch Stand Overview
SBHRS has six different styles of switch stands on display in the museum. See the articles for more information on the various switch stands.
Harp Switch Stand
Harp Switch Stand The “harp” switch stand was used in conjunction with
stub type switches. This replica switch stand represents the standard
style for the South Pacific Coast Railroad (SPCRR) during its existence
from 1876 to 1887. The SPCRR started construction both north and south
of Newark in 1875. It crossed the SP tracks in …
