1888 Map of Bordentown

About this map

Bordentown and its riverfront on the Delaware River serve as the focal point for this late 19th-century survey of the New Jersey interior. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of waterways like Crosswicks Creek, Doctors Creek, and Black's Creek that flow through the townships of Chesterfield and Mansfield. At this time, the region was a vital transit corridor, heavily influenced by the Pennsylvania Railroad and its various branches, including the Trenton Branch and the Kinkora Branch. Small, established villages such as Hamilton Square, Allentown, and Recklesstown are situated at major road junctions, reflecting the area's agricultural and milling roots. The map captures a detailed view of the settlement patterns before the suburban expansion of the 20th century, noting individual landmarks like Duck Island and Fieldsborough.