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Old Maps of Knik, Alaska

Explore 10 old maps of Knik, spanning from 1951 to today. These high-resolution historic maps reveal how streets, neighborhoods, landmarks, and natural features evolved over time — perfect for genealogy, metal detecting, research, and local history exploration.

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  1. 1951 Map of Anchorage
    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.
    4 unique versions available
  4. 1952 Map of Anchorage B-8, 1965 Print
    1952 Map of Anchorage B-8, 1965 Print
    1952 Anchorage B-8
    1965 Print · USGS
    North of Anchorage in the early fifties, the landscape transitions from the historic Iditarod Trail at Knik to the rising military infrastructure of Elmendorf Air Force Base. Trace early transportation routes like the Alaska Railroad and Glenn Highway as they cross the Eagle River Flats.
  7. 1953 Map of Anchorage B-8, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Anchorage B-8, 1954 Print
    1953 Anchorage B-8
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Knik Arm and upper Cook Inlet region show a mix of historic dog-team routes and Cold War military growth in the early fifties. You can trace the Iditarod Trail near Knik or locate early landmarks like Sandpiper Lodge and the Kermit Roosevelt Memorial Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1962 Map of Anchorage, 1966 Print
    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.
    6 unique versions available
  13. 1965 Map of Anchorage B-8
    1965 Map of Anchorage B-8
    1965 Anchorage B-8
    1965 Print · USGS
    The northern reaches of Cook Inlet are shown in the mid-twentieth century as military installations and rail lines expanded across the glacial moraine. Modern researchers can trace the historic Iditarod Trail, the settlement of Knik, and the early infrastructure of Elmendorf Air Force Base.
  16. 1979 Map of Anchorage, 1980 Print
    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.
  19. 1979 Map of Anchorage B-8 NE, 1981 Print
    1979 Map of Anchorage B-8 NE, 1981 Print
    1979 Anchorage B-8 NE
    1981 Print · USGS
    The Matanuska-Susitna coastline and the historic settlement of Knik are frozen in time during the late seventies. Genealogists and researchers can trace the vicinity of Knik, identifying local landmarks like the Graves, Cem, and Goose Bay Road.
    3 unique versions available
  22. 1994 Map of Anchorage B-8, 2002 Print
    1994 Map of Anchorage B-8, 2002 Print
    1994 Anchorage B-8
    2002 Print · USGS
    The Matanuska-Susitna region and the northern reaches of Anchorage meet here in the 1990s, where the historic Iditarod path intersects with modern military airfields. Researchers can trace the National Historic Trail (Iditarod) near Knik or locate the Ursa Major Sch within Elmendorf Air Force Base.
  25. 2016 Map of Anchorage B-8 NE, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Anchorage B-8 NE, 2016 Print
    2016 Anchorage B-8 NE
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Knik, including Matanuska-Susitna, Anchorage, and other nearby areas
  28. 2023 Map of Anchorage B-8 NE, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Anchorage B-8 NE, 2023 Print
    2023 Anchorage B-8 NE
    2023 Print · USGS
    Coastal Matanuska-Susitna comes into focus here, showing the modern residential growth and aviation hubs north of the Knik Arm. Researchers can trace the development of Knik and Knik-Fairview or locate private airfields like the Huttunen Strip and Birchwater Airport.
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