1963 Map of Bristol Bay A-2

About this map

Bristol Bay dominates the western coastline of this 1960s study, where the waters of the Bering Sea meet the complex hydrology of the Alaska Peninsula. The shoreline is characterized by extensive Tidal Flats, which separate the open bay from inland water features like Hook Lagoon. Further south, Reindeer Creek winds through a landscape saturated with small ponds and marshes. The map identifies several localized points of interest such as Sherry, Dubb, and Quirk, which represent specific landmarks or surveyed locations in this otherwise uninhabited coastal stretch. Compiled from aerial photography taken in 1957 and field annotated in 1963, this survey provides a look at the natural drainage patterns and coastal landforms before significant modern changes, documenting remote locations like Valet, Tech, and Ultra for geographic reference.