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1952 Map of Gulkana C-2

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Gulkana C-2
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1952
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1952

About this map

Chistochina River and Copper River converge in this mid-century survey, defining a landscape at the junction of glacial waterways and early interior infrastructure. The area is anchored by the Sinona Lodge and the nearby Chistochina Airstrip, which served as vital access points for travelers and residents in the Alaska interior during the post-war years. The terrain is marked by numerous benchmark elevations and distinctive peaks like Indian, reflecting the intensive geodetic work performed by the U.S. Geological Survey and USC&GS to map the Territory of Alaska.

Transportation is dominated by the Glenn Highway, which follows the river valleys and provides the primary corridor for commerce and movement. Small-scale industry is evidenced by a Gravel Pit near the highway, likely utilized for road maintenance. The map also traces the winding courses of Sinona Creek, Tulsona Creek, and Boulder Creek, showing the intricate drainage patterns through the muskeg and lowlands surrounding the primary river channels.