Flatbrookville, New Jersey facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Flatbrookville, New Jersey
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Decker Ferry House
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 Flatbrookville, New Jersey
Location in Sussex County, New Jersey
Flatbrookville, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Flatbrookville, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Sussex |
| Township | Walpack |
| Named for | Flat Brook |
| Elevation | 106 m (348 ft) |
| GNIS feature ID | 876381 |
Flatbrookville is a small place in New Jersey, in a county called Sussex. It's not a city or a town with its own government, but more like a neighborhood. It is found along a historic path known as Old Mine Road.
This community gets its name from the Flat Brook, a stream that flows through the area. The Flat Brook eventually joins the big Delaware River. Today, Flatbrookville is part of a special outdoor area called the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. This means the natural beauty and history of the place are protected for everyone to enjoy.
History
Flatbrookville has an interesting past, especially because of its location near the Delaware River.
Ferry Houses
Two important buildings in Flatbrookville are the Decker Ferry House and the Rosenkrans Ferry House.
- The Decker Ferry House was built around the year 1800.
- The Rosenkrans Ferry House, also known as the Smith-Rosenkrans House, was built a bit later, around 1807.
These houses were very important because they helped people cross the Delaware River. They offered ferry services at a spot called the Walpack Bend. Imagine a time before bridges were common; ferries were the main way to get across wide rivers!
Old Mine Road Historic District
Both the Decker Ferry House and the Rosenkrans Ferry House are part of something called the Old Mine Road Historic District. This means they are recognized as important historical buildings. They help tell the story of how people lived and traveled in this area a long time ago.
