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1955 Map of Ambler River A-4, 1959 Print
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1955 Map of Ambler River A-4

USGS Topo · Published 1959

About this map

The Kobuk River meanders across this subarctic landscape in the mid-1950s, creating a complex network of wetlands and oxbow lakes where it meets its northern tributaries. This survey shows the wilderness area before significant modern development, highlighting the confluence of the Ambler River and the Redstone River with the Kobuk. A small cluster of Cabins along the bank provides a rare indication of human habitation in this vast interior region. To the north and east, the terrain rises sharply toward the Jade Mountains and Ingricherk Mountain, which dominate the skyline. The map records the intricate drainage of the tundra, including Kaneorak Creek and Pitkik Lake, documenting the water-bound transport routes used by locals long before any roads or trails were established in this part of Alaska.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1955
Date Published1959
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions18 x 20.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain