San Antonio and Aransas Pass Railway

San Antonio and Aransas Pass Railway
Overview
Reporting markSA&AP, SAAP
LocaleTexas
Dates of operation1886–1934
SuccessorTexas and New Orleans Railroad
Technical
Track gauge4 ft 8+12 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge

The San Antonio and Aransas Pass Railway first began operation in the U.S. state of Texas in 1886. It was developed by Uriah Lott and businessmen of San Antonio as a direct route from the city to Aransas Bay on the Texas Gulf coast.[1] It was eventually absorbed in the 20th century by Southern Pacific.

  1. ^ See Allhands, J. L. "Gringo Builders." (Iowa City, Clio Press)(1931).