1954 Map of Califon

About this map

The South Branch Raritan River carves through the landscape of northern Hunterdon County, anchoring a mid-century network of small settlements and transit corridors. The Central Railroad of New Jersey follows the river valley through Califon and Vernoy, illustrating how topography dictated the rail infrastructure of the era. To the south, the expansion of New Jersey 22 through Lebanon marks the early modernization of regional travel, contrasting with the narrow valley roads leading to Mountainville and Cokesbury.