Have you seen this locomotive?

Hi all,

I’ve been enjoying the NGDF for quite some time now from the far away land of New York City. My last visit to narrow gauge country was some 20 years ago when my father took me to the Durango and Silverton. Finally, after far too long a wait I made my first visit to the C&TS on May 25 and 26. I was not disappointed! My vacation just happened to coincide with Springtime In The Rockies (a coincidence?). It was a pleasure to meet so many people from this site and put faces with all the familiar names. I don’t consider myself a photographer and I felt quite out of place with my little Canon point-and-shoot, but the day was unforgettable and I’m happy to have met so many great people. Thank you to Russ, all the "Greenies," and the C&TS crew! My trip continued with a visit to Durango over Memorial Day weekend and some more incredible scenery and coal smoke. The staff and crews at both lines were incredibly friendly and welcoming.

But the main reason for finally posting here is that I’m excited I finally have something of note to post (at least I think its interesting)…

I stuck around Chama the day after the photo charter to ride the Chama—Osier side of the line. Upon our return to Chama I was excited to learn that the 315 was about to be pulled out of the roundhouse, loaded on the flatbed and driven to Durango. I didn’t see any other railfans around so I’m happy to share these “exclusive” - but not very good - photos from the evening of May 26.

So here’s my question: I spent a week and a half in Durango and the 315 never showed up! Does anyone know where it went or when its supposed to be delivered? We seem to have a missing locomotive! If you’re in the area, keep your eyes open for an ex-Army flatbed and a C-18.

(In all seriousness, I'm sure Sonny is taking good care of it. I'm just curious if anyone knows what the current plans are for it.)

I'm looking forward to many more fun visits!
Kevin

In the roundhouse moments before being pulled out into the daylight


Being shoved down to the end of track


Bridging across onto the flatbed