Abandoned Pennsylvania Turnpike Tunnel-Quemahoning S Penn RR

Also Check Out www.stuffthatsgone.com Ok Pennsylvania Turnpike Geeks--most of us know that there were actually 9 tunnels on the original Pennsylvania Turnpike plan in the late 1930s. Two were abandoned, due in part to the unstable condition, and the short distance to simply excavate the mountain. Negro Hill tunnel was to be located just north of where the Allegheny Mt tunnel is. The one you are seeing is the Quemahoning. Located at Mile post 106.5 West of Somerset exit, you can see the tunnel and the wooden supports that were used in the late 1800's when the south penn railroad was being constructed, also known as "Vanderbilt's Folly". This is one of the 9 Tunnels that were to be part of the South Penn Railroad to Pittsburgh. There are several remnants of the railroad bed near Somerset, as the turnpike did not follow the route exactly through here. I haven't gotten the nerve to get closer and shine a light in the tunnel, so sit back and enjoy!!!
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[animal16365]

is there any pictures or video fotage of the negro mt tunnel?

[theqman1956]

@animal16365 I have not been able to film that...much tougher to get to

[thenekom]

Anyone know of a good way to access this area without parking on the pike?

[theqman1956]

There is nothing reasonably Close.....

[Anex130]

@theqman1956 Does wild animals Inhabit the tunnel? Or is it empty

[theqman1956]

@Anex130 I really do not know...never got in deep enough



[OldKingSol]

I grew up within walking distance of the Quemahoning Dam - we always pronounced it "quee-", not "quay-". Interesting vid at any rate, thanks for showing this little spot. I know of several tunnels in the hills around the dam, it's a fascinating area to spelunk.

:-)

[jenzahara]

Thank you! I noticed this today and searched and found your video. 

[doxyonr]

Thank you for posting. I drive past it 5 days a week and did not know it was there.

[dirtrokker4]

Thanks 4 posting! Live right near it and never knew it was there!!