Historical information

Image shows a newspaper photo of the MMTB U Class Tram 203 on temporary track at east side of excavation for underpass in Epson Road Flemington with Racecourse railway line to eliminate level crossing. The road was often closed to all traffic, including trams on race days by the railways. The work was completed in April 1925

Significance

MMTB U Class trams were built for the former operator NMETL, with the photo showing an early level crossing abolition project.

Physical description

Black and White photo Epson Road Rail Bridge under construction with MMTB U Class tram on temporary track