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1949 Map of Petersburg A-5

Name: 1949 Topographic Map of Petersburg A-5
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1972
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

Prince of Wales Island and Kosciusko Island define this coastal landscape, where narrow waterways like Shakan Strait and El Capitan Passage carve through the dense archipelago. The map reveals the shifting nature of coastal settlements at mid-century, identifying several sites as no longer active. Settlements such as Calder (Aband), Shakan (Aband), and Holbrook (Aband) appear alongside their successor locations, marking the transition from early maritime outposts to the contemporary landscape.

Strategic landmarks like the Light Station on the coast of Shakan Bay highlight the importance of navigation in these complex waters. The interior is dominated by high points such as Mount Calder, The Nipples, and Tokeen Peak, while smaller islands like Divide Island and Fontaine Island populate the sheltered bays. This topography reflects an era focused on maritime industry and remote coastal living before modern infrastructure reshaped the region.