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1954 Map of Gladstone

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Gladstone
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1956
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1956

About this map

Hacklebarney State Park anchors the northwestern corner of this 1954 revision, where the Rinehart Brook carves through the terrain of Chester. This landscape is defined by its educational and religious institutions, including the St Johns Academy and St Bernards Sch, alongside several historic settlements such as Gladstone, Peapack, and Oldwick. The transportation network of the mid-1950s is well-represented by the Delaware Lackawanna and Western railroad and the Somerset Airport, reflecting the post-war transition of this region into a more connected suburban and institutional corridor.

Waterways like the Lamington River and the North Branch Raritan River dictate the placement of early crossings and mills, while the Washington Camp Ground near Pluckemin highlights the area's deep roots in revolutionary-era history. The map also identifies local industry and resources, including a Mine and Quarry, providing a detailed look at the rural economy of Bedminster and Tewksbury during this period.