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Bridgeport, New Jersey
Bridgeport as shown along Main Street in April 2021
Bridgeport as shown along Main Street in April 2021
Bridgeport, New Jersey is located in Gloucester County, New Jersey
Bridgeport, New Jersey
Bridgeport, New Jersey
Location in Gloucester County, New Jersey
Bridgeport, New Jersey is located in New Jersey
Bridgeport, New Jersey
Bridgeport, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Bridgeport, New Jersey is located in the United States
Bridgeport, New Jersey
Bridgeport, New Jersey
Location in the United States
Country  United States
State  New Jersey
County Gloucester
Township Logan
Area
 • Total 0.20 sq mi (0.52 km2)
 • Land 0.20 sq mi (0.52 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
26 ft (8 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 389
 • Density 1,954.77/sq mi (753.67/km2)
Time zone UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC−04:00 (EDT)
ZIP Code
08014
Area code(s) 856
FIPS code 34-07570
GNIS feature ID 874928

Bridgeport is a small community in Logan Township, Gloucester County, New Jersey. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is an area the government defines for counting people. In 2020, about 389 people lived here. It is a quiet place with a rich history. The area uses United States Postal Service ZIP Code 08014.

History of Bridgeport

Bridgeport has a long history. It was one of the first settlements in New Jersey. It was part of the New Sweden colony. This colony was founded by people from Sweden and Finland.

Early Settlement

Bridgeport was founded around 1650. It was first called Nya Stockholm. This means "New Stockholm" in Swedish. Stockholm is the capital city of Sweden. Later, the name was changed to Bridgeport.

Modern Developments

In 2001, a special facility was built in Bridgeport. It uses a machine called a Rhodotron. This machine helps to make federal mail safe. It uses a special process to clean the mail.

Geography and Location

Bridgeport is located along the Delaware River. This is where the Raccoon Creek flows into the river. The community is an important spot for travel.

Transportation Routes

U.S. Route 322 enters New Jersey here. It comes across the Commodore Barry Bridge. This bridge connects New Jersey to Pennsylvania. Route 322 then crosses other major roads. These include US 130 and Interstate 295.

Other important roads are also in Bridgeport. Route 44 is an older part of US 130. Route 324 is a state highway. It runs entirely within Bridgeport. It used to be where a ferry crossed the river.

Local Landmarks

Bridgeport is home to the Bridgeport Speedway. This is a popular place for car racing. The community also has a private marina. A small airfield is located here too. A railroad bridge crosses Raccoon Creek. This bridge is part of the Penns Grove Secondary line.

Population Information

Bridgeport is a small community. Its population changes over time.

Historical population
Census Pop.
2020 389
U.S. Decennial Census
2020

In 2020, the population was 389 people. This number helps us understand the size of the community.

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