Tiny Railroad Gets Green Light on Private California Track
Published Date: 5/28/2026
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Summary
Channel Pacific Railroad (CHPR) is getting the green light to start running trains on a private rail line in West Sacramento, California, owned by its sister company Greencycle Properties. This means CHPR will offer full railroad services on about 2,100 feet of track, connecting with Union Pacific’s line. They expect to make over $5 million a year, but say they don’t need to post employee notices before starting.
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