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1953 Map of Bridgeton

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Bridgeton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1955
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1955

About this map

Bridgeton stands as a significant industrial and agricultural hub along the Cohansey River in this mid-century survey of Cumberland County. The city’s dense urban grid is surrounded by a network of specialized settlements and processing centers, including the major operations at Seabrook Farms and the smaller hamlets of Gouldtown, Rosenhayn, and Fairton. A complex web of rail infrastructure, featuring the New Jersey Southern Railroad and Pennsylvania-Reading Seashore Lines, highlights the area's role in moving produce and goods from the local fields and mills like Rammel Mill to broader markets.

Water plays a central role in the landscape, with Sunset Lake, Mary Elmer Lake, and Silver Lake providing both industrial utility and recreational space within the City Park. The map also captures important local institutions and landmarks, from the NJ Armory and the Courthouse in the city center to the Radio Tower (WSNJ) at Carlls Corner, reflecting a community transitioning into the modern post-war era while maintaining its established agrarian roots.