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1957 Map of Trenton East

Name: 1957 Topographic Map of Trenton East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1989
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1989

About this map

Trenton expands eastward into Hamilton township in this mid-century look at the industrial and suburban development of Mercer and Burlington Counties. The landscape is dominated by the sprawling State Fairgrounds and the massive State Industrial School near Bordentown, reflecting the institutional character of the era. Settlement patterns follow the historic corridors of the Delaware River and the Amtrak rail lines, with established communities like Hamilton Square and Mercerville serving as hubs for newer neighborhoods like Yardville Heights and Trenton Gardens.

The map reveals the intricate water network of Crosswicks Creek and Assunpink Creek, which shaped early local industry at sites like Hutchinson Mills. Along the river, industrial landmarks such as the Sewage Disposal plant and numerous Hospitals sit near natural features like Duck Island and Biles Island. Genealogists and local historians will find significant detail in the numerous named schools and houses of worship, including St Anthonys Convent, St Vincent de Paul Ch, and the Grace Ame Ch in Crosswicks.