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1957 Map of Roosevelt

Name: 1957 Topographic Map of Roosevelt
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

Roosevelt and the surrounding townships of Millstone and Upper Freehold define this portion of central New Jersey, where the landscape transitions from rolling terrain to the headwaters of several major drainage systems. The map illustrates a complex network of small crossroads settlements including Clarksburg, Perrineville, and Stone Tavern, reflecting a pattern of rural development centered on local gathering places and historical mills. The topography is defined by the divides between the Assunpink Creek, Millstone River, and Toms River, which flow out across the county lines of Mercer, Monmouth, and Ocean.

Genealogists will find significant value in the distribution of rural landmarks, from Emleys Hill Ch and St Josephs Ch to the small industrial sites at Francis Mills. The inclusion of features like Cranberry Bog and Camp Wanda alongside the winding course of Doctors Creek provides a look at the mid-century land use of this region before extensive suburbanization reached the interior of Monmouth County.