Three Bridges in Hunterdon County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

South Branch Of The Central R.R.

Photographed By Alan Edelson, February 25, 2009

1. South Branch Of The Central R.R. Marker

Inscription. Arrival in 1864 spawned the town of Three Bridges. Huge quantities of livestock and meats were shipped from here. Passenger service ended 1953. Station dismantled in 1955.

Erected by Hunterdon County Cultural and Heritage Commission.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Railroads & Streetcars. In addition, it is included in the New Jersey, Hunterdon County Cultural and Heritage Commission series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1864.

Location. 40° 31.128′ N, 74° 48.016′ W. Marker is in Three Bridges, New Jersey, in Hunterdon County. Marker is at the intersection of Main Street and South Street, on the right when traveling north on Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Three Bridges NJ 08887, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Stagecoach Stop (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Three Bridges (about 400 feet away); The Province Line (approx. 0.3 miles away); Van Fleet's Corner School (approx. half a mile away); Mattisons Corner (approx. ¾ mile away); South Branch Historic District (approx. 1.1 miles away); Poor Farm (approx. 1.6 miles

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away); a different marker also named South Branch Historic District (approx. 1.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Three Bridges.

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on March 5, 2009, by Alan Edelson of Union Twsp., New Jersey. This page has been viewed 895 times since then and 16 times this year. Photo 1. submitted on March 5, 2009, by Alan Edelson of Union Twsp., New Jersey. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.