1950 Map of Nushagak Bay D-5

About this map

The Kulukak River and Tuklung River dominate this coastal landscape as it appeared in the mid-20th century, winding through tidal marshlands toward the northern reaches of Bristol Bay. Mapped by the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey using aerial photography from the late 1940s, the terrain shows a stark contrast between the complex, water-logged drainage basins and the steep topographic ridges that rise sharply from the shoreline. The inclusion of Kulukak Pt and the sheltered waters of Tvativak Bay highlights a region defined by its marine access and the natural harbors of Kulukak Bay. This survey provides a precise look at the hydrology of the Alaska coastline before modern development, recording the exact placement of river bends and shoreline contours that are essential for understanding the environmental history and navigational challenges of this remote corner of the Third Judicial Division.