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1956 Map of Hughes A-3

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Hughes A-3
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

Hughes sits along the west bank of the Koyukuk River, serving as a central point of settlement in this sub-arctic landscape of the mid-1950s. The village is defined by its proximity to the water and its essential infrastructure, including a Landing Strip and a Gaging Sta to monitor the river's flow. Transport through the surrounding Hatdolitna Hills and toward Hughes Mountain relies on a network of Sled Trails, reflecting the seasonal logistics of the Yukon-Koyukuk region.

Beyond the primary settlement, the map details an environment of winding waterways and isolated landmarks such as a remote Cabin and a Hot Spring near Tunaiklen Lake. The presence of a Grave site near the river indicates the long-standing human presence in this area. This survey provides a record of the interior's geography before significant modern development, highlighting natural features like Long Bend, Klalbaimunket Lake, and the drainage of Hughes Creek.