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2011 Map of Toms River

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Toms River
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The tidal waters of Toms River and its confluence with Barnegat Bay define this coastal landscape, which serves as a nexus for numerous residential developments and maritime activity. The map illustrates a dense network of suburban neighborhoods, including Silver Ridge Park, Manitou Park, and Gilford Park, which established themselves around the central artery of the Garden State Pkwy. While modern infrastructure dominates the uplands, the shoreline retains specific historical markers of the Jersey Shore economy, such as the Hummel Seaplane Base near Long Point.

South of the river, the landscape transitions from the established boroughs of Beachwood and Pine Beach toward the wooded drainages of Jakes Branch and Cedar Creek. Notable local history sites include Riverside Cemetery and Saint Joseph Cemetery, which stand as landmarks for genealogists tracing families in the area. The presence of multiple federal facilities, such as the Ocean Gate Post Office and Island Heights Post Office, reflects the civic development of these distinct shore communities during the early 21st century.