1955 Map of Frenchtown

About this map

The Delaware River serves as the central artery for this mid-century portrait of the borderlands between New Jersey and Pennsylvania. This map captures the industrial and agricultural character of Hunterdon and Bucks Counties, where the river valley transitions into the steep slopes of Musconetcong Mountain. Small settlements like Milford and Frenchtown anchor the riverbanks, showing a landscape shaped by water power and rail access. The 1991 revisions, marked in purple, illustrate subtle changes in development, including a Landing Strip and a Sewage Disposal Pond near the riverfront. Away from the water, the plateau is dotted with country institutions like the Township Sch and the Upper Tinicum Union Ch, alongside several Cem sites that provide valuable data for genealogical research. The inclusion of State Game Lands No 56 highlights the preservation of wooded terrain amidst the established townships of Alexandria and Kingwood.