100 years ago today, the Supreme Court ruled on Moffat Tunnel constitutionality, removing the final hurdle for construction to begin.
Moffat Tunnel Construction Happenings from 100 Years Ago
On this day, 100 years ago:
Justice Sanford delivered the opinion of the Supreme Court of the United States about the constitutionality of the Moffat Tunnel. Sanford penned, “Evidently the preservation of this railroad, a common carrier of persons and property… is a matter of great public importance, and a tunnel enabling it to provide quicker and cheaper transportation during all seasons of the year will greatly promote the public welfare.”
This removed the final hurdle, clearing the way for construction to begin later in the summer of 1923.
B. Travis Wright, MPS | Preserve Rollins Pass | June 11, 2023
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