The was an electric
Interurban railroad headquartered in
Yakima, Washington . It began operations in 1907; a line west to
Henrybro, Washington was completed in 1910 and one north to
Speyers, Washington was complete in 1913. From 1909, the line was a wholly owned subsidiary of the
Union Pacific Railroad . Passenger service ceased on
February 1 ,
1947 , but the line stayed open another 38 years as a freight-only operation. Union Pacific filed for abandonment on
April 26 ,
1984 , which was granted by the
Interstate Commerce Commission on
June 5 ,
1985 . Operation ceased on
November 11 ,
1985 . Subsequently, the City of Yakima acquired a portion of the track, which is still in operation
As Of 2005 as a tourist streetcar operation by
Yakima Valley Trolleys .
