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1950s Maps of Cordova, Alaska

Explore 9 historic maps of Cordova from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Cordova's landscape evolved across the 1950s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1950s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
  • See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
  • Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
  • View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.

Start exploring Cordova's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Cordova, AK maps

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  1. 1950 Map of Cordova C-4, 1965 Print
    1950 Map of Cordova C-4, 1965 Print
    1950 Cordova C-4
    1965 Print · USGS
    Coastal Alaska's glaciated wilderness is captured here at mid-century, documenting the vast ice fields and river systems east of Cordova. Researchers can trace the massive Scott Glacier, the drainage of the Copper River, and numerous backcountry lakes like Lake Elsner.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1951 Map of Cordova
    1951 Map of Cordova
    1951 Cordova
    1951 Print · USGS
    The Gulf of Alaska shoreline comes alive in the early fifties, detailing the intricate fjords and coastal settlements of Prince William Sound. Genealogists and historians can trace the Copper River and Northwestern RR and locate sites like Katalla, Ellamar, and Nuchek.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 1951 Map of Cordova B-4, 1960 Print
    1951 Map of Cordova B-4, 1960 Print
    1951 Cordova B-4
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Copper River delta and its surrounding marshlands are captured here in the early fifties, detailing a complex system of sloughs and coastal bars. Researchers can locate the settlement at Alaganik, a Mine near Mc Kinley Lake, and the Cordova Airport.
    3 unique versions available
  10. 1951 Map of Cordova C-5, 1962 Print
    1951 Map of Cordova C-5, 1962 Print
    1951 Cordova C-5
    1962 Print · USGS
    Cordova and the surrounding Prince William Sound coast are captured here in the early fifties as the region's fishing and aviation infrastructure took shape. Researchers can trace local landmarks like the Eyak Cannery, the Landing Strip, and the early footprints of Orca and Mavis.
    4 unique versions available
  13. 1951 Map of Cordova B-5, 1964 Print
    1951 Map of Cordova B-5, 1964 Print
    1951 Cordova B-5
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Gulf of Alaska coastline near the Eyak River is shown in the early 1950s, revealing a complex environment of tidal flats and glacial runoff. Researchers can trace the Eyak Trail, locate Crystal Falls, and study the shifting positions of the Egg Islands.
    3 unique versions available
  16. 1953 Map of Cordova B-5, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Cordova B-5, 1954 Print
    1953 Cordova B-5
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Chugach National Forest coastline in the early fifties is captured here during a period of transition for the delta. Researchers can trace the seasonal Fishing Cabins, the winding Eyak Trail, and the shifting sands of the Egg Islands.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1953 Map of Cordova C-4, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Cordova C-4, 1954 Print
    1953 Cordova C-4
    1954 Print · USGS
    Coastal Alaska during the early fifties reveals a landscape defined by massive ice fields and the Chugach National Forest. Trace the drainage of the Glacier River and find isolated landmarks like the cabin at Bear Lake or the coastal radio towers.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1953 Map of Cordova C-5, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Cordova C-5, 1954 Print
    1953 Cordova C-5
    1954 Print · USGS
    Cordova and the Prince William Sound coastline are captured here in the early fifties as the local fishing and canning industries thrived. Researchers can trace the town footprint including the Cordova Airstrip, the Eyak Cannery, and landmarks like Mt Eyak.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1959 Map of Cordova, 1966 Print
    1959 Map of Cordova, 1966 Print
    1959 Cordova
    1966 Print · USGS
    Coastal life and the industrial legacy of the Copper River region are frozen in time on this mid-century survey of Prince William Sound. Genealogists and historians can trace the route of the Copper River and Northwestern RR or locate old settlements like Katalla, Ellamar, and Alaganik.
    6 unique versions available
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