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1962 Map of Juneau B-2

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Juneau B-2
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Juneau and the neighboring community of Douglas anchor this 1962 topographic record, which captures the capital city during a period of significant post-war infrastructure expansion. The landscape is defined by the proximity of the Mendenhall Glacier and the Gastineau Channel, illustrating the tight constraints of Alaskan maritime geography. Notable industrial and transportation elements include the Juneau Airport on the tidal flats and the Elevated Tramway leading toward the mountain slopes.

Evidence of the region's mining heritage is prominent through features like the Glory Hole and the Treadwell Ditch, tracing the path of former gold operations. The map also shows the development of residential areas like West Juneau and the community of Mendenhall, alongside essential landmarks such as the Salmon Creek Reservoir and the North Douglas Heliport. These details provide a clear look at how the city integrated its industrial past with its role as a modern administrative and transportation hub.