Kern, Alaska Ghost Town

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Kern, located on the Turnagain Arm in Alaska, was a small settlement that briefly contributed to early transportation and railroad expansion in the state. Below is detailed information about the town.

County: Not available

Zip Code: Not available

Latitude / Longitude: Approximately 60°58′N, 149°30′W

Elevation: Not available

Time Zone: Alaska Standard Time (AKST) (UTC-9)

Established: Early 20th century

Disestablished: Mid-20th century

Comments: Kern was originally established as a flagstop along the Alaska Railroad and served as a transportation hub near Kern Creek. In 1914, Kern marked the northern terminus of the Alaska Northern Railroad, prior to its acquisition by the United States government. The settlement was primarily used to support railroad operations but did not develop into a permanent community. Its remote location and lack of resources contributed to its eventual decline.

Remains: Few remnants of Kern exist today. The area is largely reclaimed by nature, with no standing structures.

Current Status: Kern is considered a ghost town with no remaining active community.

Remarks: Kern is a part of Alaska’s early railroad history, illustrating the transient nature of settlements that relied on transportation infrastructure for their survival.

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