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- North End and Causeway Street: The old portals and tracks vanished with the dismantling of elevated lines and realignment projects, yet their locations are still mapped in city plans.
Reflecting on a Lost Era
Though most of Boston’s streetcar tunnels are now sealed, their existence underscores a pivotal chapter in the city’s urban evolution. The underground system was a testament to Boston’s early innovation—its ability to plan, build, and adapt beneath the bustling streets. Yet, as the dominance of automobiles grew, public transit infrastructure was sacrificed for road expansion and highway development.