1970 Map of Bridgeport

About this map

The Pequonnock River cuts through the heart of the landscape, flowing into Bridgeport Harbor and defining the industrial and maritime layout of this coastal center. By the early 1970s, the urban footprint had expanded significantly, with updated infrastructure like the Connecticut Turnpike and Amtrak rail lines carving through established neighborhoods. This survey captures a dense network of local institutions, from the University of Bridgeport near Seaside Park to Sacred Heart University near the Fairfield line. Along the Long Island Sound, the transition from industrial waterfronts to natural features is evident at Fayerweather Island and the marshes of Great Meadows. The map provides a remarkable level of detail for genealogists, showing numerous religious and educational landmarks such as St Augustine Cathedral, Mount Grove Cemetery, and Bullard-Haven Sch, reflecting the community's mid-century civic growth.