1951 Map of Cordova
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1951 Map of Cordova

USGS Topo · Published 1951

About this map

Cordova serves as the focal point of this coastal survey, situated between the glacier-fed waters of Orca Bay and the mountain slopes of the Chugach Range. The geography is defined by a complex network of deep-water inlets, including Port Fidalgo and Port Gravina, which supported early 20th-century industry and transport. A significant historical detail is the route of the Copper River and Northwestern RR (Abandoned), noted here as already out of service, which once linked the interior mineral wealth to the coast near Eyak and Odiak. Smaller settlements like Ellamar and Tatitlek dot the rugged shoreline of the Valdez Arm, while the southeastern corner shows the isolated community of Katalla near Bering Lake. The inclusion of the Cordova Airport and various light stations highlights the region's reliance on maritime and aerial navigation during this post-war era.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1951
Date Published1951
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:250,000
Physical Dimensions29.4 x 22.5 inches

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