Built in 1909 by H. K. Porter, the Santa Cruz Portland Cement Co. #2 was purchased in 2006 by Efstathios I. Pappas. Affectionately known as "The Chiggen," this locomotive served as a billboard for a fried chicken restaurant for over 30 years before rebuilding began. This locomotive is available for rent and special events and use on your railroad.
Status Update:(February 2022) Test runs a success in Folsom, CA & BIG NEWS
Status Update:(February 2022) Test runs a success in Folsom, CA & BIG NEWS
After completing a boiler wash and annual inspection, the Santa Cruz Portland Cement #2 returns to steam for the first time since 2016. Chiggen completed a series of test runs on the Placerville & Sacramento Valley Railroad over the weekend of Feb 19th & 20th 2022. Chiggen was in fine form as shake down runs and familiarization were conducted. Check out our blog above to view photos and videos from that weekend.
SCPC 2 will be attending the Great Western Steam Up at the Nevada State Railroad Museum 4th of July weekend in Carson City!!!! Head over to the events page for more details.
