Old Rusk Tramway
​(Roadbed Visible behind Marker) 

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Marker Text: ​Equipped with pine rails that warped out of shape and running at a speed often exceeded by mule wagons, the Rusk tram began operations in 1875. Bypassed two years earlier by another railroad, citizens rejoiced over the tram. Rolling stock included a used streetcar, three flatcars and a steam engine called the "Cherokee". Passengers often had to help replace the train on its tracks before it reached the end of its 16-mile line at Jacksonville. In 1879 the tram was sold. It had fostered growth by helping attract industry to the area. (1970) 

Marker no: 6871

Aluminum 18 x 28 Subject Marker

Geographic: 31.913967,-95.252411

Location: ​FM 347 4.5 miles south of Jacksonville