Railroad Stake

Object/Artifact

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Tontitown Historical Museum

Railroad stake a part of the Kansas Memphis railroad line.: The image shows a single, rusted iron spike lying on a smooth wooden surface. The spike is weathered, indicating age or exposure to the elements over time.
Railroad stake a part of the Kansas Memphis railroad line.

The image shows a single, rusted iron spike lying on a smooth wooden surface. The spike is weathered, indicating age or exposure to the elements over time.

Name/Title

Railroad Stake

Entry/Object ID

2026-17-1

Description

colored photo; rusted railroad stake, laid on wooden table

Use

Used to secure steel rails and base plates to wooden railroad ties.

Context

This railroad stake was a part of the Kansas Memphis Railroad line. Found in Wheeler, off Wier Rd.

Update Date

October 15, 2026