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1951 Map of Black, 1977 Print
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1951 Map of Black

USGS Topo · Published 1977

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The Bering Sea coastline of western Alaska meets the complex distributary network of the Yukon River delta in this mid-century survey. The landscape is a labyrinth of water and silt, where the Black River winds through a vast marshland defined by shifting channels like Kwemeluk Pass and Nurukomarot Channel. Small settlements such as Waklarok, Bimiut, and Melatolik represent the sparse human footprint in this aqueous environment, situated where the land meets the tidal influence of the sea. Large areas of mud, flats, and shoals illustrate the dynamic nature of this coastline, where coastal islands like Krekatok Island and the Sand Islands stand as barriers against the open ocean. This 1950s data, compiled from USC&GS charts and Army Map Service surveys, provides a precise record of the intricate waterways including Acharon Pass and Kwikpak Pass before modern environmental shifts.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1951
Date Published1977
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:250,000
Physical Dimensions28.1 x 22.3 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain