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1957 Map of Craig

Name: 1957 Topographic Map of Craig
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1959
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1959

About this map

Prince of Wales Island and its surrounding archipelago are meticulously charted during a period of active industrial extraction and maritime commerce in the 1950s. The map highlights key settlements such as Craig and Klawak, alongside established villages like Hydaburg and Kasaan. The landscape is dotted with evidence of the region’s mineral wealth, specifically locating several mining operations including the Salt Chuck Mine, Jumbo Mine, and Niblack Mine.

Coastal geography is defined by complex waterways like the Clarence Strait and Chatham Strait, which served as vital corridors for the local economy. The transition of the landscape is evident in the marking of Tuxekan and Karheen as abandoned, indicating shifts in settlement patterns. Notable landmarks such as Waterfall and the Forrester I Bird Refuge contrast the industrial sites with the area’s natural character, all contained within the Tongass National Forest.