Enid and Anadarko Railway

The Enid and Anadarko Railway Company' was incorporated on March 9, 1901 under the laws of the territory of Oklahoma by M.A. Low, J.C. Marshall, I.G. Conkling, H.D. Crossley and S.H. Thompson. The Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway purchased the Enid and Anadarko Railway on October 21, 1903.

Enid and Anadarko Railway
Overview
HeadquartersEnid, Oklahoma
LocaleOklahoma
Dates of operation19011903
SuccessorChicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway
Technical
Track gauge4 ft 8+12 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge

In 1901, the company built 60 miles of railroad from Enid, Oklahoma to Watonga, Oklahoma. In 1902, this was extended to Anadarko, Oklahoma, an additional 45 miles. The company also built 41 miles of railroad for the Lawton, Oklahoma to Waurika, Oklahoma line.

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