1952 Map of Hagemeister Island C-1

About this map

Crooked Island and the surrounding Walrus Islands rise from the eastern waters of Bristol Bay in this mid-century maritime study. Mapped by the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey, the chart provides a clear view of the isolated landforms and coastal depths typical of the Dillingham region in the early 1950s. The topography of Crooked Island is marked by significant elevation, with contour lines defining its steep, elongated ridge. Inset detail captures the rugged profile of Round Island to the southeast, while smaller hazards such as Black Rock I and the Twins emphasize the navigational character of these waters. The survey captures the archipelago before modern shifts in maritime technology, focusing on the natural geography and sounding depths that defined the era's seafaring routes.