1951 Map of New Gretna

About this map

The confluence of the Wading River and the Mullica River dominates this coastal landscape, where the tides of Great Bay meet the sprawling woodlands of the Bass River State Forest. This mid-century survey captures the region just as the Garden State Parkway began to bisect the ancient salt marshes and timberlands. For historians, the map preserves the location of the Chestnut Neck Battle Monument, marking a significant Revolutionary War engagement site overlooking Collins Cove. The settlement pattern reflects a maritime and forest-based economy, with New Gretna and Port Republic serving as primary hubs, while smaller locales like Leektown and landmarks such as the St Pauls Ch and Hillside Cem provide essential data points for genealogical research. The intricate network of tidal channels, including Nacote Creek and Mott Creek, illustrates the complex geography of the Brigantine National Wildlife Refuge before modern coastal development altered the shoreline.