Last look at Trestle & Tunnel #5, Hwy 99 Pollock Bridge, Drought Shasta Lake 10/2021 CA - 4k drone

Описание: A Glimpse Into the Past at Shasta Lake

This might be our last chance to witness these hauntingly beautiful historical sites before winter rains begin refilling Shasta Lake. With any luck, we won’t see these structures again for a long time. I’m wishing for a wet winter and a full lake next year.

Update: After a powerful storm between October 22–24, water levels are already rising. So if you want to see these rare sights, time is running out.

An Unforgettable Journey Through Time

Our adventure begins at Train Tunnel #5, where the Sacramento River flows beneath an old Southern Pacific trestle. From there, we head to one of my favorite spots: a serene stretch along the Pit River Arm, where trees still stand tall from before the lake was formed. The journey finishes at the Sugarloaf boat ramp, near the exposed Pollock Bridge on old Highway 99 at Salt Creek.

During a recent trip to Lake Shasta, we discovered a long-submerged train tunnel and cantilever truss bridge emerging from the lake due to the severe California drought. With life jackets and flashlights in hand, four of us decided to swim through the tunnel—just for the thrill of saying we did. The tunnel’s curve plunged us into darkness, with only our flashlights cutting through the black water.

Location: Near the Beehive Camping area off Lakeshore Drive
Coordinates: 40°50'41.57"N, 122°24'12.99"W

The Depths Reveal History

Lake Shasta is California’s largest man-made reservoir. When full, its 365-mile shoreline actually surpasses that of San Francisco Bay. Constructed between 1935 and 1945, the dam created a massive body of water fed by the Pit, McCloud, and Sacramento Rivers.

Shasta’s jagged shoreline naturally divides it into different arms, each with its own personality. We’re particularly drawn to the Pit River Arm, where trees were never logged before the lake filled—leaving behind a surreal underwater forest.

Coordinates for the Pit River Arm: 40°44'40.33"N, 122°10'28.19"W

Highway 99 Resurfaces

Another remarkable discovery was the old Highway 99 Pollock Bridge, now exposed after decades underwater. Despite the years, the bridge remains in surprisingly good condition. Nearby, remnants of the original Highway 99 roadbed can still be seen—a striking reminder of what once was.

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Latitude: 40°51'10.65"N Longitude: 122°23'29.98"W
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Music - Don't Look by Silent Partner, Mysterious-Deep by Eric Matyas
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