1948 Map of Port Alexander C-1, 1957 Print
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1948 Map of Port Alexander C-1

USGS Topo · Published 1957

About this map

Kuiu Island's intricate coastlines and remote wilderness are detailed in this post-war survey, based on aerial photography from the late 1940s. The maritime industry of Southeast Alaska is centered at the Pillar Bay Cannery, situated along the complex waters of the Bay of Pillars. This island landscape is defined by deep inlets and narrow passages, where fishing and processing were the primary economic drivers. Scattered cabins and small coastal sites like Beck and Ben indicate a seasonal or specialized human presence amidst the dense topography. Inland, significant water bodies such as Kutlaku Lake and Alecks Lake feed various stream systems including Kwatahein Creek and Alecks Creek. The shoreline is punctuated by sheltered spots like Happy Cove and Piledriver Cove, providing anchorage for those navigating the waters of Tebenkof Bay and Elena Bay.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1948
Date Published1957
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.9 inches

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