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Railway snowshed at bottom of two avalanche paths

Detailed Description

A protective snowshed at the confluence of two avalanche paths that start ~3,000' above the shed. This shed is located in southern Glacier National Park and protest part of the railway from avalanches. This is one of many avalanche paths impacting the railway. 

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.

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