1955 Map of Kateel River D-2

About this map

The Huslia River and its intricate drainage system dominate this mid-century Alaskan interior landscape, characterized by a complex network of meandering sloughs and wetlands. Mapped primarily from aerial photography taken in the early 1950s, the terrain reveals the natural hydrologic patterns of the Kateel River Meridian before significant modern development. The southern portion of the sheet is defined by the broad curves of the Nulitna River and the prominent Nuna Slough, which weave through a low-lying basin dotted with named water bodies such as Evan Lake and Clay Lake. These features, along with the Tom Cook Slough, suggest a landscape shaped by seasonal shifts and traditional river travel. In the north, the convergence of the North Fork and South Fork emphasizes the importance of these waterways as the primary landmarks in an area without established roads or settlements at the time of the survey.