1920 Map of Rochester
USGS Topo · Published 1926About this map
Rochester serves as the industrial and transportation hub of this 1920s survey, defined by the heavy confluence of waterways and rail lines. The Genesee River cuts through the city center, while the Barge Canal and the older Erie Canal navigate the southern and western reaches. To the north, the Lake Ontario shoreline is a landscape of summer destinations and nautical landmarks, including Ontario Beach, Windsor Beach, and the Genesee L.H. lighthouse. The map reveals the intricate rail network of the era, featuring the New York Central and Hudson River RR and several electric lines like the Rochester and Sodus Bay Electric RR. Beyond the city grid, the surrounding townships of Greece and Irondequoit show a mix of early suburban growth and natural features like the expansive Irondequoit Bay.
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Editions of this 1920 Rochester Map
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