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1950 Map of Fairbanks A-5

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Fairbanks A-5
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

The Nenana River carves a braided path through this 1950 interior landscape, serving as the primary corridor for both the Alaska Railroad and the Parks Highway. Small settlements and transit points like Rex, Browne, and Ferry dot the rail line, reflecting the vital role of transportation in this era. The map captures a moment when local infrastructure was centered around small airstrips like the Liaho Landing Strip and localized schooling at Brown Court Sch.

Beyond the river valley, the terrain is defined by a network of drainage systems including Birch Creek, June Creek, and Bear Creek. Survey markers like VABM Kobe and VABM Moss highlight the elevation changes of the surrounding ridges. Traces of human activity are scattered throughout the wilderness, from the Gravel Pit near the northern rail crossing to isolated Cabins and a Winter Trail stretching across the eastern uplands.