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2014 Map of Trenton East

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Trenton East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The Delaware and Raritan Canal carves a distinctive path through the northwestern corner of this landscape, reflecting New Jersey's enduring industrial and transport heritage. This detailed study captures the dense suburban development of Hamilton Township as it appeared in the early 21st century, where historic milling sites like Hutchinson Mills and Dunns Mills have transitioned into established residential neighborhoods. The Delaware River serves as a major geographical boundary, its complex shoreline defined by features like Duck Island, Newbold Island, and the Cochran Channel.

Transitioning from the riverfront toward the inland neighborhoods, the map records numerous named local developments including Chewalla Park, Yardville Heights, and Trenton Gardens. The convergence of Crosswicks Creek and Doctors Cr highlights the intricate drainage patterns that historically influenced settlement in areas like Bordentown and North Crosswicks. This map provides researchers with a precise record of late-modern infrastructure and local nomenclature before the most recent phases of 21st-century growth.