Loading map...

1949 Map of Kodiak D-3

Name: 1949 Topographic Map of Kodiak D-3
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1958
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1958

About this map

Whale Island and the neighboring shoreline of Raspberry Island define the intricate waterways of this 1940s coastal survey. The map details the complex maritime geography where Afognak Strait meets Kupreanof Strait, showcasing a landscape of rocky points and sheltered coves characteristic of the Alaska archipelago. Much of the northern terrain falls within the boundaries of the Chugach National Forest, illustrating the protected wilderness of the era.

Navigational hazards and landmarks are meticulously recorded, from Thomas Rock and Deranof Rock in the west to the numerous named points like Opasni Point and Dirovati Point that guide travel through Whale Passage. The southern portion of the map is dominated by the deep inlets of Kizhuyak Bay and Sharatin Bay, separated by the high ridges of the Kodiak interior. The absence of permanent inland settlements at this time highlights the area's historical reliance on the sea for transport and resource access.