Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railway
GPTKB entity
Statements (102)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:railway
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| gptkbp:acquired_by |
Union Pacific Railroad in 1988
|
| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:Katy_Railroad
|
| gptkbp:finale_date |
gptkb:Kansas_City,_Missouri
gptkb:Galveston,_Texas |
| gptkbp:founded |
1865
|
| gptkbp:freight_service_continues |
gptkb:Yes
|
| gptkbp:headquarters |
gptkb:Dallas,_Texas
|
| gptkbp:historical_event |
Katy Flyer service
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| gptkbp:historical_period |
gptkb:19th_century
|
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
Key player in Texas rail expansion
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railway
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| gptkbp:key_people |
gptkb:George_B._Harris
gptkb:John_W._Mc_Gowan gptkb:William_B._Ogden William George Crush |
| gptkbp:known_as |
MKT
|
| gptkbp:length |
1,200 miles
|
| gptkbp:merged_with |
gptkb:Southern_Pacific_Railroad
|
| gptkbp:notable_event |
gptkb:Community_engagement_initiatives
Community development initiatives Community service programs Investment in infrastructure Cultural heritage initiatives Economic development projects Public relations campaigns Educational outreach programs Historical preservation efforts Labor negotiations Economic impact studies Adoption of new technologies Sustainability projects Acquisition by Southern Pacific Merger with Union Pacific Disaster response initiatives Infrastructure improvement projects Public safety campaigns Partnerships with local governments Expansion of service area Introduction of container shipping Implementation of safety measures Introduction of diesel locomotives Closure of unprofitable lines Reorganization in bankruptcy Establishment of freight terminals Decline of passenger services Acquisition of rolling stock Construction of new lines Expansion into Oklahoma Formation of the K-T Line Partnership with trucking companies |
| gptkbp:number_of_tracks |
1,200 miles
|
| gptkbp:operates |
Freight services
|
| gptkbp:operates_in |
Passenger services
Freight services |
| gptkbp:operational_area |
gptkb:Midwestern_United_States
|
| gptkbp:operational_since |
1865
|
| gptkbp:passenger_service_ended |
1960s
|
| gptkbp:previous_name |
gptkb:Missouri,_Kansas_and_Texas_Railway
|
| gptkbp:railroad_awards |
Received various industry awards
|
| gptkbp:railroad_color |
Red and white
|
| gptkbp:railroad_community_involvement |
Engaged in local community projects
|
| gptkbp:railroad_economic_development |
Contributed to regional economic development
|
| gptkbp:railroad_historical_significance |
Important in the development of rail transport in the U. S.
|
| gptkbp:railroad_investment |
Invested in infrastructure improvements
|
| gptkbp:railroad_networking |
Connected communities across states
|
| gptkbp:railroad_sustainability |
Focus on sustainable practices
|
| gptkbp:railway_line |
Numerous stations along the route
Collectible items available Conducted historical tours Published historical accounts Continues to influence rail transport today Featured in rail museums Rich history in Texas and Kansas |
| gptkbp:region |
gptkb:United_States
|
| gptkbp:route |
gptkb:Katy_Trail
Available online 1,200 miles Texas to Kansas City Texas to Kansas |
| gptkbp:service_type |
Freight and passenger
|
| gptkbp:subsidiaries |
MKT Railroad
|
| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:Union_Pacific_Railroad
|
| gptkbp:track_gauge |
Standard gauge
|
| gptkbp:train_types |
gptkb:Class_I_railroad
|
| gptkbp:transportation |
Thousands at peak
Influenced local culture and economy Collaborated with other railroads Improved over the years Addressed environmental concerns Worked with local governments Introduced new freight services Adopted modern technology for operations Continues to adapt to market changes Faced competition from trucks and highways Katy logo Merged with Southern Pacific in 1988 Provided educational resources on rail history Significant economic impact in the region |
| gptkbp:was_part_of |
gptkb:Missouri-Kansas-Texas_Railroad
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Missouri-Kansas-Texas_Railroad
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
6
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