Electrification of the Pacific Coast Extension
GPTKB entity
Statements (57)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:railway_line
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
7
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:The_Chicago,_Milwaukee,_St._Paul_and_Pacific_Railroad
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| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:Southern_Pacific_Railroad
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| gptkbp:audience |
mixed reactions
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| gptkbp:benefits |
reduced emissions
successful implementation assessed for efficiency improved transportation options transformed rail travel |
| gptkbp:challenges |
financial constraints
overcame technical challenges |
| gptkbp:community_involvement |
local community support
|
| gptkbp:completed |
1910
1926 |
| gptkbp:covered_by |
extensive coverage
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
influenced regional culture
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| gptkbp:economic_impact |
stimulated local economies
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| gptkbp:environmental_impact |
lower carbon footprint
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| gptkbp:future_plans |
potential for upgrades
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| gptkbp:historical_context |
early 20th century railway expansion
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| gptkbp:historical_significance |
important in railway history
still in use today |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Electrification of the Pacific Coast Extension
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| gptkbp:impact |
increased efficiency
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| gptkbp:influenced_by |
earlier electrification projects
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| gptkbp:infrastructure |
led to infrastructure improvements
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| gptkbp:innovation |
led to new technologies
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| gptkbp:input_output |
600 volts DC
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| gptkbp:investment |
substantial capital investment
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| gptkbp:is_integrated_with |
integrated with existing rail networks
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| gptkbp:key_figures |
engineers and planners
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| gptkbp:legacy |
influenced future electrification projects
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| gptkbp:length |
approximately 600 miles
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| gptkbp:location |
Pacific Coast
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| gptkbp:maintenance |
higher than steam
|
| gptkbp:operated_by |
gptkb:Southern_Pacific_Company
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| gptkbp:operational_area |
lower than steam
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| gptkbp:power_output |
overhead wire
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| gptkbp:project |
over a decade
significant milestone extended over several years inspired further electrification efforts managed by Southern Pacific to enhance rail service |
| gptkbp:purpose |
to provide electric train service
|
| gptkbp:receives_funding_from |
public and private funding
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| gptkbp:regulatory_compliance |
navigated complex regulations
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| gptkbp:replaced_by |
gptkb:railway_line
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| gptkbp:safety_features |
reduced accidents
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| gptkbp:seating_capacity |
improved ride quality
enhanced capacity |
| gptkbp:service_type |
passenger and freight
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| gptkbp:significance |
pioneering project in railway electrification
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| gptkbp:technology |
electric traction
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| gptkbp:track_count |
increased speed
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| gptkbp:type |
interurban railway
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