1905 Map of Passaic

About this map

The Morris Canal winds through a landscape of rapid industrialization and expansion at the turn of the century, connecting the waters of the Passaic River and Hackensack River with the bustling harbors of the Upper Bay. This survey captures the dense rail network of the era, where the Morris and Essex R.R. and Lehigh Valley R.R. converge near the maritime hubs of Newark and Elizabeth. To the south, the defenses of The Narrows are clearly marked by Fort Wadsworth and Fort Hamilton, guarding the passage between Staten Island and Brooklyn. The interior reveals a transition from the urban centers of Jersey City to the more open terrain surrounding Morristown and the Great Swamp, while significant harbor landmarks like Ellis Id. and Liberty Id. stand at the gateway to the Hudson River.