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2017 Map of Dixon Entrance C-1 NE

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Dixon Entrance C-1 NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Nichols Bay and the southernmost reaches of the Alexander Archipelago define this maritime landscape at the edge of the Gulf of Alaska. Dominated by the protected lands of the Tongass National Forest, the terrain is characterized by intricate coastlines and significant maritime landmarks. Prominent coastal features such as Cape Chacon, Point Nunez, and Huaji Cliff serve as vital navigational points where the waters of Clarence Strait meet the open Pacific Ocean.

The presence of Bean Island and smaller landmasses designated as TNF suggest a rugged coastal environment with significant elevation changes, noted by landmarks like Intungidi Hill and Intun Cone. This 2017 survey documents the geographic intersection of the Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area with the international waters of the Dixon Entrance, capturing a wilderness area defined by its exposure to the sea.