1955 Map of Nabesna D-3

About this map

The Nabesna River dominates this interior landscape, winding through a complex network of braided channels and marshes within the Tetlin Indian Reservation. This 1955 survey, based on aerial photography from the previous year, documents a largely roadless expanse where water and terrain dictate movement. The river’s path is flanked by the Nabesna Slough, illustrating the dynamic nature of the Alaskan wetlands and the shifting alluvial patterns of the Fourth Judicial Division. A single marked Trail represents the only overland transportation infrastructure shown, indicating a region where traditional land use and seasonal waterways remained the primary means of traversal. The topography transitions from low-lying swamp and brush to significant elevation gains, providing a clear record of the boundary between the river valley and the rising upland interior.