Bert Jarrell’s Southern Railway: Asheville & Spartanburg
- Set in the year 1929, prior to the Great Depression, this model railroad represents the Southern Railway mainline through Spartanburg, SC, and the line to Asheville, extending as far as Hendersonville, NC. Staging yards represent the "off-stage" cities of Atlanta, GA; Washington, DC; Columbia, SC; and Asheville, NC. At this time, diesel locomotives had not yet been introduced, so all of the locomotives on the layout are steam-powered. Passenger trains were still prevalent, featuring deluxe services such as the Crescent Limited. The Saluda Grade, known for being the steepest grade on a Class One railroad at nearly 5%, is included in this layout and is used to reach the second level. The layout is currently under construction, with 98% of the track completed.
- City: Marietta
- Scale/Gauge: HO
- Bert Jarrell



















































