
Cape Sasmik anchors the northeastern coastline of this remote Aleutian terrain, overlooking the vast Pacific Ocean. This 2021 survey reveals a stark and isolated landscape where land meets sea at the southwestern edge of the Adak B-6 area. Just offshore to the west lies Herd Rock, a solitary maritime landmark marking the approach to the northern coast. The map illustrates the sharp transition from the elevated interior topography down to the jagged shoreline, providing a clear record of coastal geomorphology and maritime hazards in a region defined by its exposure to the North Pacific. The lack of interior settlements or infrastructure underscores the wilderness character of this part of the Aleutians West Census Area.
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1951 · Gareloi Island
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1951 · Adak
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1954 · Adak
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1954 · Gareloi Island
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1957 · Adak
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1967 · Adak
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1983 · Adak
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
2021 · Gareloi Island B-1 NE
USGS Topo · 1:25,000
2021 · Adak B-6 NW
USGS Topo · 1:25,000
2021 · Gareloi Island B-1 SE
USGS Topo · 1:25,000