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1957 Map of Bedminster

Name: 1957 Topographic Map of Bedminster
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

Nockamixon Lake dominates the northern landscape of this Bucks County area, carved out by the path of Tohickon Creek. The map documents a predominantly rural environment defined by small village centers and historic crossroads like Pipersville, Bedminster, and Harrow. The terrain rises toward Haycock Mtn in the north, protected within State Game Lands No 157 and Nockamixon State Park. This mid-century view captures the transition of the region as suburban expansion began to meet established agricultural boundaries.

Local history researchers will find significant genealogical markers, including the Irish Meeting House and Kellers Church. Educational infrastructure of the era is well-represented by facilities such as Plumsteadville Sch and Smith Sch. The southern portion of the map shows the boundary of Dublin Boro and the rural intersection at Kulps Corner, providing a detailed look at the township layouts of Bedminster and Plumstead before modern development accelerated.