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1954 Map of Marshall A-8

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Marshall A-8
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1991
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1991

About this map

The Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge dominates this subarctic landscape, where a complex network of meandering waterways defines the terrain. Based on surveys from the early 1950s, the map illustrates the intricate drainage patterns of the western Alaska coastline, where the Manokinak River and Azun River weave through a mosaic of countless small ponds and wetlands.

Large deposits of Sand and Mud are documented along the riverbanks, shifting with the tide and seasonal flows. The presence of the Anerkochik River, Narokachik River, and Kealavik River highlights the essential water routes used for subsistence and travel in this roadless region. This survey captures the delta's character before modern changes, providing a clear view of the natural hydrology and shoreline at the line of mean high water.