1900s (20th Century) Maps of Houston, Alaska

1. 1950 Map of Anchorage C-8, 1958 Print

   

   1950 Anchorage C-8

   1958 Print · USGS

   The Matanuska-Susitna valley comes alive in the early statehood era as a hub of rail-side industry and wilderness settlement. Genealogists and historians can trace early residents near Houston and Pittman, or locate industrial landmarks like the Coal Mine and Alaska Railroad.

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4. 1951 Map of Anchorage

   

   1951 Anchorage

   1951 Print · USGS

   Mid-century Anchorage and the Matanuska Valley are seen here during a period of rapid strategic growth. Trace the development of Fort Richardson, early rail stops at Wasilla, and established mining operations like the Independence Mine or Premier Mine.

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7. 1952 Map of Anchorage C-8

   

   1952 Anchorage C-8

   1952 Print · USGS

   The Matanuska-Susitna region's rail and mining corridor comes alive in the early fifties as the postwar economy expands. Researchers can trace the industrial footprint of the Coal Mine at Houston and the vast lake systems of Big Lake and Nancy Lake.

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10. 1962 Map of Anchorage, 1966 Print

    

    1962 Anchorage

    1966 Print · USGS

    The Anchorage bowl and Matanuska Valley appear in this mid-century survey during a period of significant military and industrial expansion. Researchers can trace the Alaska Railroad through Sutton and Jonesville or locate historic stops like Meekins Roadhouse and the Watertower Inn.

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13. 1979 Map of Anchorage C-8 NE

    

    1979 Anchorage C-8 NE

    1979 Print · USGS

    Matanuska-Susitna during the late 1970s reveals a landscape of river-based utility and seasonal trails. Researchers can trace the Winter Trail and locate early infrastructure like the Landing Strip and Gravel Pit near the Little Susitna River.

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16. 1979 Map of Anchorage, 1980 Print

    

    1979 Anchorage

    1980 Print · USGS

    The Anchorage bowl and Matanuska Valley appear in the late seventies as the region's transportation and military infrastructure matured. Genealogists and historians can trace rail and road evolution through Wasilla, the Matanuska Branch line, and Jonesville.

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19. 1979 Map of Anchorage C-8 SW, 1980 Print

    

    1979 Anchorage C-8 SW

    1980 Print · USGS

    Big Lake and the Houston boundary appear here during the late seventies as the region's recreational and transport hubs were taking shape. Researchers can trace the path of The Alaska RR and locate early aviation landmarks like the Big Lake No 2 Airport and several lakeside campgrounds.

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22. 1979 Map of Anchorage C-8 SE, 1980 Print

    

    1979 Anchorage C-8 SE

    1980 Print · USGS

    The Meadow Lakes region of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough comes into focus during the late seventies as transportation and aviation infrastructure expanded. Researchers can trace the path of The Alaska Railroad past Pittman, locate the Big Lake No 2 Airport, and identify dozens of named water bodies like Bear Paw Lake and Visnaw Lake.

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25. 1979 Map of Anchorage C-8 NW, 1981 Print

    

    1979 Anchorage C-8 NW

    1981 Print · USGS

    The Matanuska-Susitna region shows a landscape of rail-connected wilderness and lakeside recreation in the late seventies. You can trace the path of The Alaska Railroad as it passes Nancy Lake, identifying local landmarks like the Seaplane Base and Houston Lake.

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28. 1992 Map of Anchorage C-8 SE

    

    1992 Anchorage C-8 SE

    1992 Print · USGS

    The Susitna Valley in the early nineties shows a landscape of expanding settlements and bush aviation. Genealogists and local historians can trace the growth of Houston and Pittman or locate family properties near Threemile Lake and Settlers Bay Landing Strip.

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31. 1994 Map of Anchorage C-8, 2002 Print

    

    1994 Anchorage C-8

    2002 Print · USGS

    The Matanuska-Susitna valley comes into focus during the mid-nineties, showing the critical transport links between Houston and Pittman. Researchers can trace the development of lakeside communities and recreation sites like Big Lake and the Nancy Lake State Recreation Area.

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