MA 8A

MA 8A Information: There are two MA 8As - one is the loop in North Adams, the other is the Spur that goes from Windsor to Vermont.

History/Facts: The Loop MA 8A used to be MA 8 until the 1970s. See the MA 8 page for more information about it. The Spur MA 8A was built in the 1930s, but was not signed as MA 8A until the 1950s.

Quick links: Spur | Loop

North Adams Loop Photos:

Southbound: The Berkshires

Near the start of MA 8A, the road splits as it follows old train right of way.

North Adams, nearing Mass. College of Liberal Arts.

Treacherous underpasses for rail lines that lead to the Hoosic tunnel dot MA 8A.

A cemetary.

Nearing the end of MA 8A at the four lane Route 8. It ends at a Jughandle.

Signs.

The end. The jughandle is right in front of us.

Northbound: The Berkshires

None yet.

Done? Check out the Spur MA 8A to Vermont or Return home.

All photographs and original info ©2004/2005 Dan Vincent unless otherwise noted.