The Snye was a former channel (oxbow lake) of the Assiniboine River. It was located south of the Assiniboine between about 14th and 24th Streets, and during high water in the spring it carried overflow. For many years it was used as a log storage area for Hanbury's Mill. I remember there being bridges over it at 18th & 22nd Streets. It was dammed with a one way flipper valve at 14th Street that allowed water to flow out to the river, but prevented river water backing into it. Water within the Snye became stagnant in summer and formed a breeding area for mosquitoes. It was deemed a health hazard and the river was gradually filled in. LAS.
Custodial History
For custodial history see the collection level description of the Lawrence Stuckey collection.
Scope and Content
Snye River
Notes
[This negative was produced using a previous published image. P.E. 22/07/09]
Additional historical information provided by the Fred McGuinness collection (20-2009).
Stuckey's notes: Showing VIA No.1 "Canadian" power units 6507-6604 (ex. CNR GM model FP-9A and FP-9B). Bridge built c. 1912. The bridge was called "The Iron Bridge."
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the train crossing the bridge.
Notes
Corresponds with negative 1-2002.3.9.P26.
Repro Restriction
The McKee Archives is the copyright holder for the Stuckey materials.