1955 Map of Harrison Bay A-2, 1984 Print
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1955 Map of Harrison Bay A-2

USGS Topo · Published 1984

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The Colville River meanders through a landscape defined by water and oil exploration in this mid-century survey of the North Slope. Near the northern boundary, the settlement of Nuiqsut sits adjacent to the Nechelik Channel, served by a local Landing Strip. The map illustrates the early infrastructure of the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska, including a solitary Oil Well and communication points like Relays. To the east, the Itkillik River winds through a dense network of lakes and marshes, joining the primary river system. This document reflects a period when indigenous settlement and resource exploration began to leave a permanent mark on the Arctic coastal plain, evidenced by the scattered presence of a Cabin and remote landmarks like Kinik.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1955
Date Published1984
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions18.1 x 21.7 inches

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