Rolla, KS

The Rolla, KS depot is a unique survivor, having crossed two state lines before landing in Tulia, TX to begin its post-railroad career. It has had several owners since. At the time it was photographed, it was being used by a carpet service and a hair salon. At last report, the building was serving as a childrens' clothing store. Its unique travels aside, Rolla is a fairly typical "1910" #2 standard for branchlines, one of many built along the Cimarron Valley District between Dodge City, KS and Boise City, OK. The depot appears to have had an elevated freight room and freight platform, something of a deviation from the standard, but typical of the adaptations made to suit local conditions.

Rolla, KS

The Rolla, KS depot is a unique survivor, having crossed two state lines before landing in Tulia, TX to begin its post-railroad career. It has had several owners since. At the time it was photographed, it was being used by a carpet service and a hair salon. At last report, the building was serving as a childrens' clothing store.

Its unique travels aside, Rolla is a fairly typical "1910" #2 standard for branchlines, one of many built along the Cimarron Valley District between Dodge City, KS and Boise City, OK. The depot appears to have had an elevated freight room and freight platform, something of a deviation from the standard, but typical of the adaptations made to suit local conditions.

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