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1950 Map of Norton Bay C-6

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Norton Bay C-6
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1956
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1956

About this map

Norton Bay Native Reservation dominates the coastline of this 1950 coastal survey, where the terrestrial landscape meets the expansive waters of Norton Bay. The map records a vital seasonal transportation network, documenting the Winter Trail that segments the shoreline between Moses Point and Isaacs Point. This trail system, including sections noted for their approximate alignment, highlights the reliance on frozen terrain for movement across the Arctic landscape before more permanent road infrastructure existed.

The hydrology of the region is defined by the Kwiniuk Inlet and the mouth of the Tubutulik River, which feed into the bay across broad Tidal Flats. Notable coastal landmarks such as Bald Head provide navigation points along the rugged Seward Peninsula. The absence of established townsites outside of specific points like Moses Point reflects the traditional land use and the strategic importance of these specific coastal overlooks during the mid-twentieth century.