1955 Map of Ramsey

About this map

Campgaw Mountain and the Ramapo Mountains dominate this mid-century look at the New Jersey-New York border, where suburban expansion meets the dense terrain of the highlands. The map documents a significant concentration of educational and religious institutions, including the Immaculate Conception Seminary, Don Bosco Institute, and Shelton College. The landscape is characterized by its numerous water bodies and reservoirs, such as Bear Swamp Lake, Havemeyer Reservoir, and Lake Cupsaw, which serve both local utility and recreation.