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1944 Map of Paterson

Name: 1944 Topographic Map of Paterson
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1944
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1944

About this map

The Passaic River anchors this mid-century view of industrial and residential expansion, winding through the heart of Paterson and West Paterson. The urban density of the city center, marked by landmarks like the Post Office and St Josephs Hospital, contrasts sharply with the wooded heights of Garret Mountain Reservation and the prominent peak of High Mtn. In the valley, the Dundee Canal and the tracks of the Erie RR and D L & W RR highlight the transportation infrastructure that fueled the region's textile and manufacturing legacy.

Beyond the city limits, the landscape transitions into developing communities and institutional grounds. Points of local historical interest include the St Michaels Orphanage and the North Jersey Training School, while early aviation is represented by Murchio Airport in Preakness. The map also captures several sprawling burial grounds, such as Calvary Cem and Cedar Lawn Cem, providing a detailed record of the area's social and geographic layout during the World War II era.