1958 Map of Lake Clark B-2

About this map

Little Lake Clark dominates the northwestern landscape of this mid-century survey, serving as a focal point for the complex glacial and fluvial systems of the region. The map documents a wilderness environment defined by the confluence of the Tlikakila River and the Chokotonk River, which carve deep valleys through the high terrain. The southern portion of the quadrangle is marked by the drainage of Currant Creek and South Currant Creek, revealing the intricate hydrological patterns of the Kenai Peninsula Borough boundary. Based on 1957 aerial photography, the sheet captures the state of this unsurveyed territory just as the Bureau of Land Management was establishing predetermined land lines. The absence of roads or trails highlights the isolation of this terrain during the late 1950s, providing a baseline for researchers studying the evolution of Alaskas protected wilderness areas.