Tip Top, New York

Tip Top was the highest point on the Erie Railroad between Hornell and Salamanca.  Going westbound the railroad gained over 600 feet of altitude in the 13 miles between Hornell and Tip Top.

This undated photo shows the Erie Railroad tower at Tip Top.
This undated photo shows the water tower in the background.
This undated photo gives an idea of the track layout in the area.

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