1959 Map of Atka

About this map

Atka serves as the primary outpost on this mid-century survey of the Andreanof Islands, where the volcanic peaks of Korovin Volcano and Mt Kliuchef dominate the northern peninsula. The settlement is positioned on a narrow isthmus between the sheltered waters of Nazan Bay and Korovin Bay, a strategic location for maritime activity in the Bering Sea. The map details a complex archipelago including Kasatochi Island, Koniuji Island, and Salt Island, all contained within the National Wildlife Refuge. Numerous bights and harbors like Bechevin Bay and Explorer Bay indent the coastline, while named landmarks such as Atka NE Base and various coastal points like Pinnacle Pt provide specific reference for maritime navigation and local history. The surveying reflects the era's focus on documenting the remote Aleutian chain following intensified interest in the region's geography and hydrography.