Willamette Valley and Coast Railroad Depot facts for kids
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Willamette Valley and Coast Railroad Depot
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Willamette Valley and Coast Railroad Depot in 2009
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 Location in Corvallis OR
Location in Oregon
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| Location | 500 SW 7th St, Corvallis, Oregon |
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| Built | 1887 |
| Architectural style | Stick (also known as "Swiss Chalet" style) |
| NRHP reference No. | 97000137 |
| Added to NRHP | February 21, 1997 |
The Willamette Valley and Coast Railroad Depot is an old train station located in Corvallis, Oregon. It is a special building because it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's an important historical site in the United States.
The depot was built in 1887 by a company called the Willamette Valley and Coast Railroad. This company was later controlled by the Oregon Pacific Railroad Company. The building is also known as the Corvallis and Eastern Freight Depot.
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History of the Depot
The Willamette Valley and Coast Railroad Depot has an interesting past. It has been moved several times!
Early Days and First Location
The depot was first built in 1887. It was located on Washington Avenue, close to 9th Street. The Willamette Valley and Coast Railroad used it for their trains.
In 1894, the Oregon Pacific Railroad Company faced financial problems. A new company, the Oregon Central and Eastern Railway, took over in 1895. This company later became the Corvallis and Eastern Railroad in 1897.
Moving the Building
In 1907, the rail line was sold to the Southern Pacific Railroad. This new owner decided to build a different station at the original spot.
So, in 1910, the old depot was moved. It went to a new location on 7th Street at Western Boulevard. Even though it moved, it was still used to handle freight. Freight means goods or products that are shipped by train.
The depot was moved again in 1927. It arrived at its current home on 7th Street at Washington Avenue.
Modern Use and Importance
Since 1991, the rail line near the depot has been leased to the Willamette and Pacific Railroad. Even though it's not a passenger station anymore, the old depot is very important.
By 1997, it was recognized as the oldest two-story, wood-frame railroad depot still standing in Oregon. Because of its age and history, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1997. This helps protect the building for future generations.
