1901 Map of Buffalo

About this map

The Niagara River and Lake Erie shoreline define this industrial and transit corridor at the dawn of the 20th century. The city of Buffalo serves as a massive rail and maritime hub, evidenced by the dense network of lines including the Belt Line and the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern R. R.. While the urban core is tightly gridded, the surrounding townships like Amherst and Cheektowaga remain dotted with smaller settlements such as Eggertsville and Snyder. On the Canadian shore, the Fort Erie (Ruins) stand across from the International Bridge, marking the historic border. To the north, the Erie Canal parallels the river near Squaw Id and Strawberry Id, highlighting the complex waterborne commerce of the era. Maritime safety is noted by various beacons, including the Buffalo L. H. and Horseshoe Reef L. H. near the harbor entrance.