1950 Map of Gulkana C-3

About this map

The Copper River and Gakona River converge in this mid-century landscape, defined by a complex network of glacial meltwater and interconnected wetlands. The Richardson Highway provides the primary corridor through the western portion of the region, skirting the base of Hogan Hill. This 1950 survey represents the area's development before major modern infrastructure changes, showing the primitive state of the interior road system and the location of the Sourdough Campground along the banks of Sourdough Creek. Several survey benchmarks, including VABM Home 2689 and VABM Shuna 2747, establish the topographical elevations across this water-heavy terrain. The map captures the hydrological character of the Gulkana region, where smaller tributaries like Haggard Creek and Gulkana Creek feed into the larger river systems.