One of the largest rail yards in the country, the J.R. Davis yard has
lots of motive power.
The westbound California Zephyr then attained 79 miles per hour for
most of the way to Sacramento. Below right, the remnants of an
old rail yard are visible.
At Sacramento, many of the staff were able to catch a few moments in
the sunshine. Left to right are Cliff McDaniel, Bill Parks,
William
Hall, Jeffrey MacRill, Sharloyne Reed, George Lewis, Bert Hermey and
John McClellan.
Above, views of the American River through Sacarmento.
West of Davis an old branch line is used for rail car storage.
Looking towards the Bay Area.
Wetland areas on the way towards Emeryville.
Old naval ships are mothballed at Suisun.
We approach a vast water crossing between interstate bridges.
Domes Through Donner Continued
