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1954 Map of Norton Bay A-1, 1959 Print
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1954 Map of Norton Bay A-1

USGS Topo · Published 1959

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The Kaltag Mountains dominate this mid-century survey of the Alaskan interior, providing a detailed look at the traditional transit corridors through the Yukon-Koyukuk region. Central to the map is the Kaltag Portage, a vital overland link between the coastal drainage and the Yukon River system. This historic route is complemented by a Sled Trail that meanders across the high ground, illustrating the seasonal nature of transportation in the subarctic before modern infrastructure. The Unalakleet River and Rodo River carve through the deep valleys, while a single human outpost, Twentytwo Mile Cabin, serves as a landmark for travelers. This 1950s record documents a landscape defined by its waterways and primitive trails, such as Stink Creek, which remained essential for movement across this wilderness during the early Cold War era.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1959
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions18 x 20.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain