The construction of this railroad was in line with the national policy and because of its anticipated financial red ink from the operation in the remote area north of Sendai Station, it received a generous government subsidy.
この鉄道の建設は国策的要素が強く、また仙台駅以北が過疎地であり、完成後も赤字が見込まれることから、手厚い援助を受けた。