Thurmond, WV - Coaling Station

The coaling station provided a source of fuel for the steam locomotives operating along the C & O railroad. It was built in 1922 and could hold 500 tons of coal. In addition to coal, sand was also dispensed, which was used to give additional traction to locomotives on sometimes slippery rails.

For anyone interested in more details, click and enlarge the following scale drawings from the National Park Service.