Private company

Saratoga and Almaden Railroad

Rail line in Santa Clara County, California

The Saratoga and Almaden Railroad was a shortlived standard gauge steam railroad in western Santa Clara County that existed in the late 1880s but was gone by 1905. Several miles of the railroad were built, and financial troubles or some unknown reason were the cause of its demise.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1884Founded1

The Saratoga and Almaden Railroad was a shortlived standard gauge steam railroad in western Santa Clara County that existed in the late 1880s but was gone by 1905. Several miles of the railroad were built, and financial troubles or some unknown reason were the cause of its demise.2

Timeline

  1. 1884Founded Founded1

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