1954 Map of Farmingdale

About this map

U S Naval Reservation Earle Ammunition Depot dominates the northern landscape of this mid-century Monmouth County survey, illustrating the significant military footprint in the region during the Cold War era. Centered on the borough of Farmingdale, the map reveals a transition from traditional rural activities—marked by numerous bogs like Cranberry Bog and Marsh Bog—to modern suburban development and recreation. The southern portion shows the establishment of residential clusters such as Freewood Acres and Land of Pines, while the Manasquan River and Allaire State Park provide a preserved natural corridor to the east.