1950 Map of Norton Bay C-3

About this map

Shaktoolik River meanders through this interior Alaskan terrain, forming a complex watershed alongside its major tributaries. Photogrammetric methods from 1950 aerial surveys reveal a landscape defined by sharp drainage divides and narrow valley floors, primarily documented for civil use by the Geological Survey. Human presence is sparse, marked only by a solitary Cabin in the southwestern corner, reflecting the remote nature of the region near Norton Bay. The intricate paths of Kingmetolik Creek and Christmas Creek illustrate the natural drainage patterns of this unsurveyed territory before extensive modern development. These maps are particularly useful for understanding the historic waterway routes used for navigation and subsistence in the Seward Peninsula region.