| Humboldt Park branch | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Overview | |||
| Status | Closed | ||
| Locale | Chicago, Illinois, U.S. | ||
| Termini | |||
| Stations | 6 | ||
| Service | |||
| Type | Rapid transit | ||
| System | Chicago 'L' | ||
| Operator(s) | Chicago Transit Authority (1947–1952) Chicago Rapid Transit Company (1924–1947) Metropolitan West Side Elevated Railroad (1895–1924) | ||
| History | |||
| Opened | July 29, 1895 | ||
| Closed | May 4, 1952 | ||
| Technical | |||
| Line length | 2.09 mi (3.36 km) | ||
| Character | Elevated | ||
| Track gauge | 4 ft 8+1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) | ||
| Electrification | Third rail, 600 V DC | ||
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The Humboldt Park branch was a rapid transit line which was part of the Chicago "L" system from 1895 to 1952. The branch served the West Town and the Humboldt Park neighborhoods of Chicago and consisted of six elevated stations. It opened on July 29, 1895, and closed on May 4, 1952.