1950 Map of Cordova B-2

About this map

The Copper River Delta State Critical Habitat Area dominates the landscape of this mid-century survey, where the intricate hydrology of Mirror Slough and the Martin River meet the towering peaks of the Chugach Mountains. The map documents a period of transition in coastal Alaska, preserving the path of the Old Railroad Grade as it cuts through the Chugach National Forest near the Katalla River. Remote outpost life is evidenced by the presence of a Cabin and the Bennett Rock Cabin, providing specific points of interest for researchers of territorial history. The geography is defined by significant freshwater bodies, including Martin Lake and Little Martin Lake, nestled against the foothills. This survey offers a clear view of the delta's complexity before late-century shifts, charting the confluence of Clear Creek and Sheep Creek within this protected wilderness corridor.