seeking transfer bridge info

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Hi, all…

I’m researching info on the transfer bridges at Greenville yard, Jersey CIty, NJ for an HO model of the structure. A transfer bridge, also referred to as a float bridge, is used to move railcars on and off carfloats, barges designed to carry railcars.

I’ve found a few websites with photos, but most seem to be long shots. Close-ups would be very helpful, as would plans or drawings. Any info would be most appreciated.

Thanks in advance for any and all info.

Best Regards,

Bruce J.

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The California State Railroad Museum recently re-did their transfer table in the old Southern Pacific Sacramento Shops–I have some photos but haven’t scanned them yet…stand by and I’ll have some for you in a day or so.

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whoops! You said “transfer bridge” not “transfer table”… You might try checking out the Sacramento Northern homepage–the SN featured a ferry across Suisun Bay (the only electric interurban to do so) that docked via transfer bridges over the shallow tidal flats at Chipps…here’s a link:

http://www.people.virginia.edu/~ggg9y/home.html