1954 Map of Iliamna C-6

About this map

The settlement of Newhalen sits at the northern edge of Iliamna Lake, marking a vital point of contact between the vast freshwater basin and the Newhalen River. This mid-century survey captures a landscape defined by its waterways and emerging infrastructure, including the Iliamna Airfield positioned near the river's mouth. The terrain is characterized by a dense network of marshes and streams, notably Upper Talarik Creek and Talarik Creek to the west, which drain into the lake's northern shore.