1952 Map of Holy Cross B-5

About this map

Wolf Creek Mountain dominates the southwestern quadrant of this 1952 topographic study, its high peaks rising above a complex drainage system that defines the local geography. The area is characterized by an intricate network of waterways, including the winding Hawk River and the Naghethluk River. Mapping of this interior region was conducted by the Army Map Service using aerial photography from 1951, providing a precise record of the land before significant modern intervention. The topographical detail reveals a stark contrast between the steep elevations of the central peaks and the broader, more gradual terrain of the Rolling Hills. Smaller tributaries such as Little Lockwood Creek, Gray Creek, and Tom Creek carve out the valleys, illustrating the natural watershed patterns of the Kusilvak region.