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1954 Map of Lake Clark B-8, 1968 Print
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1954 Map of Lake Clark B-8

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

The Mulchatna River serves as the central artery of this interior landscape, meandering through a series of broad valleys and wetland flats. Photogrammetric methods from 1950s aerial photography reveal a region defined by its hydrography, where the Chilchitna River joins the main flow amidst a complex network of unnamed lakes and drainage basins. Evidence of human presence is sparse but specific, noted by a cluster of Cabins situated along a river bend, likely serving as seasonal shelters or base camps for travelers navigating the waterways. The surrounding terrain is documented with 50-foot contours, rising toward an Overlook and the northern reaches of Springway Creek. This 1954 field-annotated study captures the undisturbed character of the Alaska bush before extensive modern development, preserving the exact locations of early wilderness structures and natural landmarks.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1968
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain