1964 Map of Chandalar
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1964 Map of Chandalar

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

The Middle Fork Chandalar River and its sister forks dominate this Alaskan landscape, captured during a period of mid-century geological and aerial assessment. Human presence in this subarctic region is defined by isolated outposts and seasonal routes, most notably the Winter Trail which provides a vital overland connection through the interior. Significant centers of activity include the settlement of Chandalar, situated near the Chandalar Mine, and the southern village of Venetie within the established Indian Reservation. The map reveals a reliance on bush aviation, with several Landing Areas marked near remote camps and settlements like Caro. Family names and local identifiers are preserved in landmarks such as the O'Keefe Hills and Sixty-one Mile Cabin, while prominent peaks like Snowden Mountain and Sukakpak Mountain anchor the northern terrain.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1964
Date Published1964
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:250,000
Physical Dimensions30.72 x 22.76 inches

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