1954 Map of Boonton

About this map

Splitrock Reservoir and the Boonton Reservoir dominate the landscape of Morris County in this mid-century topographic survey, illustrating a region defined by its critical water resources and post-war suburban expansion. The map details the transition from the secluded terrain of the Kinnelon Mountains and Farny State Park to the established residential grids of Boonton and Mountain Lakes. Transportation networks are in a state of flux, with the Conrail lines serving the industrial corridor while other segments are noted as abandoned. A significant portion of the western edge is occupied by the U.S. Military Reservation (Picatinny Arsenal), a massive federal installation that shaped local development. Local heritage is preserved through numerous family and community sites, including Marcella Cem, Union Ch, and the Scott Cem, marking the early settlements of Hibernia and Marcella before the era of widespread lake-community development.