
Miles Glacier dominates the southern portion of this landscape, its massive ice front meeting the lowlands at the foot of the Chugach Mountains. Located within the protected boundaries of the Chugach National Forest, the region is defined by the high-altitude topography of the Copper River drainage system. The presence of Van Cleve Lake tucked against the western slopes indicates the dynamic glacial hydrology of the area, where meltwater and ice-dammed features are central to the terrain. This survey illustrates the intricate relationship between the permanent ice fields and the surrounding peaks, providing a clear record of the glacial extent and topographic relief in one of Alaska's most active geological zones.
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1948 · Cordova
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1951 · Cordova
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1959 · Cordova C-2
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1959 · Cordova D-1
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1959 · Cordova D-2
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1959 · Cordova C-1
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1959 · Cordova
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1994 · Cordova D-2
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
2014 · Cordova C-2 NE
USGS Topo · 1:25,000
2014 · Cordova D-1 SE
USGS Topo · 1:25,000