
Tongass National Forest dominates the landscape in this coastal Alaskan reach, where the intricate shoreline of the Alexander Archipelago meets the open water. The map documents a cluster of named landmasses, including the significant terrain of Eagle Island in the northern waters and the smaller Skiff Island situated to the south. Central to the maritime geography of this area is Monte Carlo Island, which sits amidst a scattered group of unnamed islets and rocky outcrops. These features represent a complex interplay of land and sea typical of the region, providing essential navigation points and geographical markers within the vast federal forest reserve. The survey meticulously outlines the elevations and coastal boundaries, offering a precise look at the uninhabited archipelago before further shifts in the maritime environment or forest management occur.
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1948 · Petersburg B-6
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1948 · Petersburg C-6
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1948 · Petersburg C-5
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1949 · Petersburg B-5
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1951 · Petersburg C-5
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1951 · Petersburg B-6
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1952 · Petersburg
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1953 · Petersburg B-5
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1960 · Petersburg
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1995 · Petersburg B-5
USGS Topo · 1:63,360