Yeah... But in essence BFlo is "Radiator Springs" when it came to that geographical positioning. Easily bypassed. It's more efficient and streamlined to bypass Buffalo. Buffalo was only well geographically positioned due to the primitive technology of the eras. Even electricity from The Falls was eventually developed to be sent to farther away, better geographically positioned areas where it could be used.
It's hard to admit, but what made Buffalo geographically speaking also killed it when systems streamline, automate, and become more efficient, cost effective.
Buffalo is really NOT positioned well. Then mix in a harsh and fickle microclimate. Even the Natives moved away for the winter.
Maybe ClimateChange refugees will bring it back to better global positioning where economic constraints are lessened.
[Just stating the obvious, not trying to rip on it]