Grenada Junction to Grenada, MS

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This line was originally part of the Yazoo and Mississippi Valley Railroad, which was incorporated in 1882 as a subsidiary of the Illinois Central Railroad to build a line westward from Jackson, MS. The line was probably built in the 1890s, and went through the following towns:

Whaley
Avalon
Leflore
Parsons
Holcomb
Dubard
Grenada

The IC merged the Y&MV in 1945/1946, and then in 1947 abandoned this line. The rails were removed in 1949.

An abandoned trestle over a Mississippi "brake". This late 1940s... — An abandoned trestle over a Mississippi "brake". This late 1940s abandonment on the former IC from Grenada Junction (just north of Greenwood) to Grenada is still in good shape. Photo by Tom Lucas.

The former IC depot in Avalon, MS. Since 1949, this 2-room build... — The former IC depot in Avalon, MS. Since 1949, this 2-room building was used for a residence up until 10 to 15 years ago. Photo by Tom Lucas.

The former Y&MV depot at Dubard, MS. Photo by Matthew Nichols, 4/7/2011.

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