1954 Map of Goodnews B-7, 1965 Print
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1954 Map of Goodnews B-7

USGS Topo · Published 1965

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Island Mountain and the surrounding peaks of the Kuskokwim region dominate this mid-century survey, illustrating a landscape defined by complex drainage systems and high-altitude terrain. The map documents an intricate network of waterways including the Arolik River and the Goodnews River, which served as primary corridors for movement through this wilderness. While mostly uninhabited, the presence of Cabins along Red Lodge Creek and several segments of Native Trail indicate seasonal use and subsistence routes through the mountains. Names like Lucky Gulch, Wattamuse Creek, and Colorado Creek suggest a history of prospecting and resource exploration. These labels provide crucial context for the mining and indigenous history of the Bethel area, showing how human activity followed the valley floors between ridges like Tatlignagpeke Mountain and Nagotligageivik Mountain.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1965
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63360
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.9 inches

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