1951 Map of Healy

About this map

The Alaska Railroad serves as the industrial and logistical spine of this interior Alaskan landscape, connecting a string of rail-dependent settlements such as Healy, Cantwell, and Lignite. This early 1950s survey documents a region defined by its resource extraction and the preservation of its natural wonders, with the boundary of Mount McKinley National Park encompassing massive peaks like Fang Mtn and Double Mtn. Beyond the park's edge, the map identifies specific industrial sites including the Dunkle Coal Mine and Golden Zone Mine, providing a clear look at the era's mining footprint. Major glacial rivers like the Nenana River and Teklanika River dominate the drainage patterns, while specialized mountain passes like Polychrome Pass and Honolulu Pass indicate the early routes carved through the Alaska Range.