In this article, we will explore the impact of Estrada de Ferro do Amapá on our current society. Estrada de Ferro do Amapá has proven to be a topic of great relevance and interest to a wide audience, since its influence extends to various aspects of daily life. Over time, Estrada de Ferro do Amapá has played a critical role in the evolution of our culture, the way we relate to others, and the development of technology. Through detailed analysis, we will examine how Estrada de Ferro do Amapá has shaped our perception of the world and how its presence continues to affect our lives today. This study will allow us to better understand the importance and scope of Estrada de Ferro do Amapá in the contemporary world.
Amapá Railway | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Native name | Estrada de Ferro do Amapá | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Status | Ceased operation | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Owner | Bethlehem Steel / MMX Mineração e Metálicos | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Locale | Amapá, Brazil | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Stations | 5 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Type | Freight rail & Passenger rail | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Line length | 194 kilometres (121 mi) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Character | At-grade | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Track gauge | 4 ft 8+1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The Amapá Railway is a former rail line built by Bethlehem Steel to exploit the manganese deposits in the territory of Amapá (now a state), Brazil. It is 4 ft 8+1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge, the only railway in the country to use this gauge aside from Line 5 of the São Paulo Metro. The line was also in use for passenger transport.
The line was about 194 kilometres (121 mi), spanning from mines near Serra do Navio to the port city of Santana. The rail line stopped transporting ore in 2014, and as of 2020, remains derelict.