1950 Map of Nabesna D-5

About this map

The Mentasta Mountains dominate this 1950s interior landscape, where the Glenn Highway winds through the northwest corner near Mineral Lake. The area is defined by its drainage systems, most notably the Little Tok River which carves a path through the center of the sheet, supported by tributaries like Buck Creek and Trail Creek. This survey captures the region as it was being formally mapped via 1948 aerial photography, showing the rugged transit corridors through Meiklejohn Pass and Suslota Pass. A significant portion of the eastern territory is marked by the Tetlin Indian Reservation Boundary, illustrating the intersection of state infrastructure and indigenous lands. For the researcher, the map preserves specific landmarks such as the Mineral Cairn and a Gravel Pit, providing evidence of early mid-century activity in this subarctic environment.