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1960 Map of Anchorage B-6

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Anchorage B-6
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

Eklutna Lake dominates this glacial valley within the Chugach State Park, serving as a critical reservoir for the region's infrastructure. The surrounding terrain is defined by extreme elevations, ranging from the silty flats of the Knik River to towering summits like Pioneer Peak and Bold Peak. A sophisticated water management system is evident, with an aqueduct and valve infrastructure connecting the lake to the Eklutna Powerhouse near the Alaska Railroad.

Transportation corridors hug the northern boundary, where the Glenn Highway and Old Glenn Highway trace the riverbank. This map captures the intersection of industrial utility and wilderness, recording the Eklutna Lake Landing Strip and Eklutna Lake Campground as focal points for access. To the south, the massive Eklutna Glacier feeds the valley, carved between steep landmarks such as The Mitre and Benign Peak.