Originally named Cataract Junction, later just Cataract.

This closeup view is c.1890 Ralph Beaumont collection

Cataract (built 1914) April 1959

Three views of Cataract. Above looking north, siding and yard tracks to the right. July 1962 R.L.Kennedy

Long-abandoned (c.1932) turntable pit.

Looking south down Orangeville Sub. (left) and west up Elora Sub.

Cataract remained a flag stop for the Dayliner as well as a Register point until abandonment of the Elora Subdivision.
Note that there isn't even a power line to the shelter although it had a stove of some kind. May 4, 1966 Ed Emery

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