1949 Map of Gulkana A-3, 1977 Print
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1949 Map of Gulkana A-3

USGS Topo · Published 1977

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The Copper River forms the central spine of this landscape, carving a wide valley through the interior of the territory at a time of significant infrastructure development. In the mid-twentieth century, this corridor served as a vital junction for the Richardson Highway and the Glenn Highway, which met near the roadside stop at Gateway Lodge. The presence of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline running parallel to the river reflects the modernization of the Alaskan interior, even as the surrounding terrain remained dominated by natural features like the Klawasi River and Mineral Spring. This period of transition is further evidenced by the FAA Station at the Gulkana Airport, which highlights the increasing importance of air travel for remote northern communities. Land surveyors and pilots of the era relied on prominent landmarks such as VABM 3017 Klawasi and the geothermal Klawasi Warm Spring to navigate this riverine environment.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1949
Date Published1977
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions18 x 21.6 inches

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