Athens Line
Class III shortline railroad operating in Georgia, United States
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Athens Line, LLC (reporting mark ABR) is a Class III shortline railroad operating in Georgia, United States. Established in 2001, the ABR leases 38 miles (61 km) of former Norfolk Southern Railway track between Madison and Nicholson, Georgia, via Athens. It is operated under contract by the Hartwell Railroad.[1]
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Reporting mark | ABR |
| Locale | Georgia, United States |
| Dates of operation | 2001–present |
| Predecessor | Norfolk Southern Railway |
| Technical | |
| Track gauge | 4 ft 8+1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge |
| Length | 38 miles (61 kilometres) |
| Other | |
| Website | Official website |
