Cima - Kelso Road
Kelso-Cima Road, established around 1905, owes its origins to the Union Pacific Railroad, which built it to support railroad construction and maintenance. The effort to connect Salt Lake City, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles by rail began in 1901, spearheaded by Senator William Andrews Clark, who founded the San Pedro, Los Angeles, and Salt Lake Railroad Company. By 1902, the Union Pacific Railroad acquired half of the company's stock, aligning its interests with the project.
The railway reached what is now Kelso Depot in April 1904. During construction, a camp was set up along the road at the site, initially called Siding No. 16-named for the siding track used for loading. This camp featured tent housing for workers and three warehouses and eventually evolved into Kelso Depot. Kelso-Cima Road played a key role in transporting materials and workers for the railway's construction. Originally unpaved, the road likely received a paved surface in the mid-20th century.
The railway itself was completed and operational by May 1905, marking a significant milestone in connecting major western cities and supporting the region's economic development.
