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Moffat Tunnel |
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Moffat Tunnel (mŏf`ət), railroad tube, 24 ft (7.3 m) high, 18 ft (5.5 m) wide, and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) long, N central Colo., in the Continental Divide, NW of Denver. One of the country's longest railroad tunnels, it was built between 1922 and 1928. At an elevation of 9,094 ft (2,772 m), it pierces James Peak. An adjacent bore carries water to Denver. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| The Holland Tunnel opened vehicular traffic between New York and New Jersey and Great Moffat Tunnel made passing through the Rocky Mountains a safe journey. 2-mile Moffat Tunnel under the Continental Divide was completed, shortening the Denver-Salt Lake City run and bringing skiers to Winter Park. |
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