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1953 Map of Fairbanks B-6, 1956 Print
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1953 Map of Fairbanks B-6

USGS Topo · Published 1956

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The Teklanika River dominates this mid-century survey of the Alaska interior, its tight meanders carving a complex path through the low-lying terrain. This 1953 map shows a landscape largely defined by its natural watercourses and seasonal transport routes rather than permanent settlement. A primary feature of human activity is the Sled Trail, which skirts the river valley and traverses the undulating topography to the north. These trails were critical winter corridors for movement across the territory before the expansion of the modern road network. The lack of named buildings or townships underscores the remote character of this region during the 1950s, emphasizing a period when survey efforts were focused on mapping the vast drainage basins of the Alaskan wilderness.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1956
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions18 x 20.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain