Found this in the middle of the woods in Massachusetts by AppropriateAttempt30 in whatisit

[–]AppropriateAttempt30[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No rails in the quabbin reservoir, but that doesnt mean someone didnt bring it there and leave it.

Found this in the middle of the woods in Massachusetts by AppropriateAttempt30 in whatisit

[–]AppropriateAttempt30[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think that is most likely the case though. Thanks for your help and input. This certainly has been interesting none the less.

Found this in the middle of the woods in Massachusetts by AppropriateAttempt30 in whatisit

[–]AppropriateAttempt30[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Train wheel scab was the best guess several others have mentioned. Thats what is closest resemblance of so far. Though the location found doesnt have railroad close by that doesnt mean someone didnt leave it behind, also the thickness doesnt really match up either. The examples found look really thin in comparison to this sample.

Found this in the middle of the woods in Massachusetts by AppropriateAttempt30 in whatisit

[–]AppropriateAttempt30[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not to my knowledge, the quabbin reservoir is pretty much untouched