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1951 Map of Kenai A-2

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Kenai A-2
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1963
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1963

About this map

The Kenai Moose Range dominates this mid-century survey of the Kenai Peninsula, showcasing a landscape of high-altitude ice and deep glacial lakes. The massive Tustumena Glacier feeds into the eastern reaches of Tustumena Lake, while the Seward Base Line cuts through the center of the sheet near Lake Emma. This 1951 field study captures the area before significant modern development, where the only signs of human habitation are scattered Cabins and a lone Cabin along the lakeshore and creeks.

Water defines the topography, from the meandering Funny River in the north to the network of streams including Moose Creek, Indian Creek, and Bear Creek. The map provides a look at the wilderness character of the region, featuring specific landmarks like Devils Bay and Crystal Creek. It serves as an essential record for those studying the physical geography and early preservation efforts of the Alaska territory shortly after the war years.