1907 Map of Massena

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The St Lawrence River and its dramatic Long Sault Rapids define the northern boundary of this 1907 survey, which captures the region before mid-century power projects altered the shoreline. The Massena Power Canal is shown connecting the river to the Grass River, fueling early industrial growth in Massena and Massena Springs. These waterways, along with the Raquette River and St Regis River, provided the drainage and power that supported the mill and farm economy of northern St. Lawrence County.