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Staple Bend Tunnel
- Also Known As: Allegheny Portage Railroad Tunnel
- Vicinity: Jct of PA 3035 and Mineral Pt.
Timeline
| Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
| Welch, Sylvester | Architect | |||||
| J and E Appleton, Builders | Architect | |||||
| 1833/00/00 | ||||||
| 1853/00/00 |
Geography »
| Physiographic Data | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 6,437 m |
Information »
Location
Staple Bend is open as a separate area of Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site since 2001. It is not in the immediate area of the Summit Visitor Center, it is near the town of Mineral Point, 5 miles from Johnstown. It is a two mile walk from the area parking lot to the Staple Bend Tunnel (and, of course, a two mile return trip to your vehicle). You are welcome to bring bicycles, but no motorized transport for the limestone dust surfaced trail. - NPS
Directions
Take US Route 22 to the Mundy's Corner/Nanty Glo exit. Turn right onto PA Route 271 South. Continue on Route 271 South approximately 5 miles until a (marked) left turn onto Mineral Point Road (PA 3030). After approximately 2 miles make a (marked) right turn onto Beech Hill Road and proceed over the bridge. Go through the railroad underpass (; wait for the green light!); the paved parking lot for Staple Bend Tunnel will be located on the right. Please used the parking lot and do not block the emergency access road. This same parking area is used for the Path of the Flood trail as well. - NPS
Data »
| Particulars for Staple Bend Tunnel: | |
|---|---|
| Area of Significance | Engineering |
| Criteria | Historic Event |
| Level of Significance | National |
| Owner | Private |
| Area of Significance | Railroad |
| Sight Category | Structure |
| Area of Significance | Transportation |
| Engineering | Tunnel |
Activities »
| Activity | |
|---|---|
| Activity | Bicycling |
| Structure Type | Hiking Trail |