One of the most modelable things in Fort Myers is this short industrial spur right outside the SGLR yard. Unfortunately, this line is now abandoned, as Google Maps clearly shows. A few gondolas were once stored here, but now have been pulled I believe. Curiously, there are numerous track improvements in sporadic spots on the line, perhaps a sign of eventual regrowth once the housing market returns to normal, as most of the industries on the line are building materials distributors. The numerous line improvements include concrete ties, ballast, and brand new switches amongst the rest of the line which is covered in weeds. From left to right, the industries a feed dealer, building materials distributor, another building materials distributor, lumber yard, CertainTeed Building Products, Suncoast Roofing Supply, a small runaround, then a switchback into Huting Building Materials.
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| The entire line. |
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| Brand new switch from the air. |
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| Brand new switch into the first industry on the line and stored gondolas in the distance. |
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| Looking west near Suncoast Roofing before the switchback at the concrete ties. |
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