When Niagara Did Not Fall

 

On this date in 1903, Niagara Falls ran dry. Telegraphing from Niagara Falls, a correspondent stated that pedestrians crossed over the riverbed, where human feet had never been before. Men, women, and children romped about, unconcerned that a break of the ice jam near Goat Island might submerge them at any moment. Many momentoes were taken from spots not likely to be visible again. The ice jam had diverted the water to the Canadian Horseshoe Falls and almost dried up the American rapids. Residents gathered to witness a sight that they never imagined possible. The water still ran close to the mainland, but practically the entire rocky riverbed was bare.

Note: The above photo was taken in 1903 showing the fall's normal flow of water.