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The Goat Canyon Trestle, found in San Diego County, California, is the biggest wooden railroad bridge globally.
Built in 1919 as part of the Carrizo Gorge Track, it stretches over 600 feet long and 186 feet high, made of redwood beams, showcasing remarkable engineering for its time.
Situated in the Anza-Borrego desert, the area posed challenges for building the railroad, leading to its nickname, "the impossible railroad." It involved constructing 17 tunnels and many trestles.
Over time, the trestle has faced damage from fires and floods, notably during Hurricane Kathleen in 1976, which caused several tunnels and trestle beams to collapse, prompting the Southern Pacific Railroad to abandon the line.
Despite its abandonment, the Goat Canyon Trestle attracts hikers and adventurers, who embark on a 6-mile roundtrip hike to reach it.
Abandoned rail cars in the area add to its appeal. As of January 2018, the Baja California Railroad was evaluating the line for potential repairs to revive its operation.