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1952 Map of Fairbanks A-3
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1952 Map of Fairbanks A-3

USGS Topo · Published 1952

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Tatlanika Creek flows through the center of this 1952 topographic study, which captures the remote mining and transport infrastructure of interior Alaska at mid-century. The landscape is marked by the presence of a Placer Mine near King Creek and the remote Grubstake Airstrip, indicating a reliance on bush aviation and seasonal mining operations. A traditional Sled Road cuts across the northern terrain, representing a vital winter transportation route before the establishment of modern highways.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1952
Date Published1952
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions18.1 x 20.75 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain