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1952 Map of Melozitna D-3

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Melozitna D-3
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1958
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1958

About this map

The Koyukuk River dominates this interior Alaskan landscape, characterized by an intricate network of waterways including Huggins Slough and Mathews Slough. This mid-century survey reveals the seasonal and survival patterns of the region, where life centered on the riverbanks. The presence of a Fishing Camp (2 Mils) and various cabins suggests a reliance on the river for subsistence, while a Cabin (Aband) near Rock Island Point hints at the transient nature of wilderness habitation.

Water serves as the primary corridor through the terrain, with the Indian River and Little Indian River winding through the lowlands. To the east, the topography rises toward geodetic markers like VABM 930 Canoe E Base, marking the transition from the saturated river valley to higher ground. The confluence of Pocahontas Creek and the Batza River further illustrates the complex drainage system of this remote subarctic environment.