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1954 Map of Bethel D-6, 1970 Print
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1954 Map of Bethel D-6

USGS Topo · Published 1970

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Akiak sits on the western bank of the Kuskokwim River, serving as a primary focal point in this water-defined landscape. The terrain is a complex network of wetlands and shifting channels, characterized by the winding Mishevik Slough and Reindeer Slough. Numerous Tidal Flats emphasize the influence of the sea on this river system, while the presence of a Landing Strip near the settlement highlights the importance of aviation in navigating this roadless region. To the south and east, the Kisaralik River and Kasigluk River converge through an intricate delta of smaller streams like Columbia Creek. This 1950s-era survey by the Army Map Service captures the natural drainage patterns and the isolated position of riverine settlements before later modernization, documenting a landscape where water travel and bush flying were the essential links to the outside world.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1970
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain