Sunday, May 24, 2026

Colusa, IL: Lost/CB&Q Depot

(Satellite, based on the aerial photo below.)

Patty Peterson posted
Colusa Depot (Historical Sites and Structures of Hancock County)
Kam Miller shared
Colusa was on the CB&Q line between Carthage and Dallas City, Illinois.

1938 Aerial Photo from ILHAP

1902

The town hasn't grown much, but the grain elevator has. In fact, I see that it is owned by Consolidated Grain & Barge. Normally, they require rail and/or barge service. So, I looked around to see what this town was close to. CGB has a barge loading facility in Dallas City, so they are willing to truck the grain a few miles to feed the barges. Since they can go from truck directly to barge, the short drive from this elevator should be economic.
Street View, Aug 2024

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