1951 Map of Juneau A-6

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Chichagof Island dominates this 1951 aerial photogrammetric study, showing a landscape defined by glacial drainage and intricate coastal waterways within the Tongass National Forest. The geography is characterized by the complex interaction of tidal bights and river systems, where the Neka River flows into the protected waters of Neka Bay and North Bight. To the north, the terrain slopes toward Icy Strait and the tidal flats of Mud Bay. Evidence of human presence is minimal in this era, limited to a single isolated Cabin near the head of Neka Bay, illustrating the remote nature of the region before significant modern development. The map meticulously tracks several family-named watercourses, such as Gallagher Creek and Chicken Creek, which serve as primary markers for navigating the interior forest and high ridges separating Tenakee Inlet from the northern straits.