Private company

Syracuse, Lakeside and Baldwinsville Railway

Railway in New York

The Syracuse, Lakeside and Baldwinsville Railway began operations in 1898 and provided service along the shore of Onondaga Lake outside of Syracuse, New York. Due to dependence on summer traffic, the company did not prosper during the remainder of the first year; however, during 1899, the rail was extended to Baldwinsville, a suburb, and the line began to handle daily commuter traffic.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

The Syracuse, Lakeside and Baldwinsville Railway began operations in 1898 and provided service along the shore of Onondaga Lake outside of Syracuse, New York. Due to dependence on summer traffic, the company did not prosper during the remainder of the first year; however, during 1899, the rail was extended to Baldwinsville, a suburb, and the line began to handle daily commuter traffic.2

Acquisitions

  1. Succeeded by Syracuse, Lake Shore and Northern Railroad1

Sources

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