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1955 Map of Ketchikan A-1, 1959 Print
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1955 Map of Ketchikan A-1

USGS Topo · Published 1959

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Portland Canal serves as the dominant aquatic corridor in this mid-century survey, marking the international boundary between the United States and Canada. To the west, the steep, glaciated terrain of the Tongass National Forest rises abruptly from the water, punctuated by landmarks such as Dome Mountain and Stripe Mountain. This maritime landscape is defined by its intricate shoreline, where deep-water inlets like Hidden Inlet and small, sheltered anchorages such as Whiskey Bay and Dogfish Bay offered refuge for vessels navigating the remote Inside Passage. The map records the complex geography of the Alaskan Panhandle just prior to statehood, illustrating the isolation of Pearse Island and the strategic importance of points like Tree Pt and Harrison Pt for navigation along the Pearse Canal.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1955
Date Published1959
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.7 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain