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1947 Map of Juneau B-3

Name: 1947 Topographic Map of Juneau B-3
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1958
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1958

About this map

The Glacier Highway skirts the coastline of mainland Alaska, connecting small settlements like Dotsons Landing and St Terese to the growing environs of Juneau. This 1947 survey captures a critical marine crossroads where Saginaw Channel, Favorite Channel, and Lynn Canal converge around the significant landmasses of Shelter Island and the northern tip of Admiralty Island. The map details the transition from maritime infrastructure, such as the Lighthouse at Point Retreat, to early recreational and industrial sites like the Auke Village Recreation Area, a Powerhouse, and a Radio Tower.

Navigation and resource extraction define the landscape, from the deep waters of Stephens Passage to the inland Peterson Lake. Trails like the Spaulding Trail suggest early backcountry access, while labels for a Quarry and various cabins indicate the steady presence of human activity within the vast Tongass National Forest. The complex shoreline of the Mansfield Peninsula is marked by numerous coves, including Funter Bay and Barlow Cove, which served as vital harbors for the region's fishing and maritime traffic.