Open barrel of toxic waste from Love Canal, Niagara Falls, New York
Title
Open barrel of toxic waste from Love Canal, Niagara Falls, New York
Subject
Hazardous wastes
Barrels
Pollutants
Hazardous waste sites
Love Canal Chemical Waste Landfill (Niagara Falls, N.Y.)
Description
A close-up view of the top of a rusted, weathered metal barrel resting on the ground among dry leaves. The surface is discolored with corrosion and oxidation. There is a large puncture hole near the edge of the lid, and another smaller hole is visible. Faded red lettering on the lid partially reads "NIAGARA" and other unclear text, including the word "FILL." The overall condition suggests prolonged exposure to the elements and possible hazardous waste use.
Source
State University of New York at Buffalo. University Archives
Publisher
State University of New York at Buffalo. University Libraries
Rights
Format
image/jpeg
Type
Image
Identifier
MS65.Ph.29
Date Created
2009-01-28
Is Part Of
Love Canal Images. LIB-003
Ecumenical Task Force of the Niagara Frontier Records. MS-0065
Collection
Citation
“Open barrel of toxic waste from Love Canal, Niagara Falls, New York,” Digital Collections - University at Buffalo Libraries, accessed August 5, 2025, https://digital.lib.buffalo.edu/items/show/16627.