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White Pass & Yukon Route Contruction Facts: |
Construction started |
May 28, 1898 |
Construction reached White Pass |
February 20, 1899 |
Construction reached Lake Bennett |
July 06, 1899 |
Construction ended |
July 29, 1900 |
Length in Alaska |
20.4 Miles |
Length in British Columbia |
30.9 Miles |
Length in Yukon |
59.1 Miles |
Total Length |
110.4 Miles |
Highest Elevation |
2,940 Feet |
Maximum Grade to Summit |
206 Feet per Mile |
Gauge |
3 Feet |
Total Cost |
$10 Million |
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