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1954 Map of Adak

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Adak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1954
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1954

About this map

Adak island serves as the focal point of this mid-century Aleutian survey, revealing a landscape defined by strategic military infrastructure and volatile volcanic terrain. The presence of Davis Air Force Base near Kuluk Bay highlights the era's Cold War positioning, while the surrounding topography is dominated by Kanaga Volcano on the neighboring island to the west. This period shows the transition of the region into a permanent administrative and military hub within the Third Judicial Division.

Coastal geography is intricately detailed, featuring sheltered anchorages like Clam Lagoon and Expedition Harbor. Inland, several small Cabins are noted across Tanaga Island, marking isolated outposts or seasonal shelters. The survey also captures natural features such as Hot Springs Bay and The Three Sisters, illustrating the geologically active and maritime character of these remote island chains before modern shifts in northern defense posture changed their use.