
Nikiski occupies the southern shoreline where the Kenai Peninsula meets the waters of Cook Inlet. This modern topographic survey illustrates a transition between the coastal environment and the interior wetlands, characterized by features like Suneva Lake and Cecile Lake. The residential and industrial footprint of the community is anchored by the Kenai Spur Highway, which connects local arteries like Sockeye Avenue and Carlisle Street. Aviation and maritime interests are evident through the presence of High Vista Airport and landmarks along Nikiski Bay such as Boulder Point and Jumbo Rock. The map details a landscape where neighborhood development and natural hydrography intersect, providing a clear record of the area's infrastructure and geography.
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1944 · Kenai
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1950 · Kenai
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1950 · Kenai C-3
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1950 · Kenai D-4
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1951 · Kenai D-3
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1951 · Kenai C-4
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1951 · Kenai C-3
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1952 · Kenai D-3
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1952 · Kenai D-4
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1952 · Kenai C-4
USGS Topo · 1:63,360