History of Austin Western Railroad in Timeline

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Austin Western Railroad

The Austin Western Railroad (AWRR) is a Class III short-line railroad based in Round Rock, Texas, and a subsidiary of Watco. It operates on 126 miles of trackage owned by Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority, running from Fairland to Giddings, Texas, with a branch line to Marble Falls. A 28-mile section between Fairland and Llano, known as the Austin and Northwestern Railroad Historic District, is currently out of service since 2005.

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A cold front is expected to bring cooler temperatures and rain chances to North Texas this weekend. The Valley will also experience showers. Expect a cool and dreary Saturday before warmer weather returns.

2005: Revenue service ends between Fairland and Llano

In 2005, the 28 miles of track between Fairland and Llano saw their most recent revenue service. This portion of track comprises the Austin and Northwestern Railroad Historic District.

2007: Austin Western Railroad founded

In 2007, the Austin Western Railroad was founded after Watco won the bid to operate the line following the end of the Austin Area Terminal Railroad's contract with Capital Metro.

July 2025: AWRR customers list

In July 2025, AWRR had a list of customers.

2026: Interchanges at Elgin and Giddings not in use

As of 2026, the interchanges at Elgin and Giddings are not in use by the AWRR.