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1953 Map of Bridgeton

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Bridgeton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1972
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

The Cohansey River carves a path through this New Jersey landscape, serving as the industrial and civic anchor for the city of Bridgeton. During the mid-20th century, the area shows a dense network of rail infrastructure, with the Central Railroad of New Jersey and the Pennsylvania-Reading Seashore Lines converging at Bridgeton Junction. This rail presence supported a mix of agriculture and light industry, evidenced by features like Rammel Mill and various gravel pits scattered across Upper Deerfield.

Beyond the urban center, smaller settlements like Gouldtown, Rosenhayn, and Fairton maintain their distinct identities. The map documents several important community landmarks, from the Old Presbyterian Cem near the southern boundary to the Radio Tower (WSNJ) and the Drive-in Theater reflecting post-war cultural shifts. Water remains a defining element, with Sunset Lake, Mary Elmer Lake, and East Lake providing recreation and resources within the City Park system.