1952 Map of Kantishna River C-6

About this map

Big Mud River snakes through this interior landscape, defining a complex drainage system characterized by numerous small lakes and unnamed ponds. This 1952 topographic study, compiled from aerial photography, captures the wilderness character of the region before significant modern development. The Fairbanks Meridian West Boundary provides a primary surveying benchmark that runs north-to-south through the center-left of the terrain, while the Chitanana River enters the frame in the southeast corner. The absence of roads or trails highlights the reliance on natural waterways for movement through this remote Alaskan interior. The map illustrates the subtle elevation changes of the river basins, where the intricate network of water bodies suggests a seasonally shifting marshland environment.