1952 Map of Dillingham A-5

About this map

The Nushagak River dominates this mid-century landscape in the Dillingham region of Alaska, shown here as a complex network of braided channels and seasonal waterways. A single Cabin stands as the only named structure in this expansive riverine environment, positioned near the confluence where the Iowithla River meets the main channel. The detailed mapping of the Keefer Cutoff illustrates the shifting nature of the local hydrology, where water levels and sandbars define the navigable routes. This 1952 field survey provides a baseline of the area's geography before significant modern environmental changes, offering a view of the terrain as it was known to early aviators and river travelers in the Third Judicial Division.