1951 Map of Port Alexander C-1

About this map

Kuiu Island's intricate shoreline and internal waterways define this 1951 study of the Tongass National Forest. The map documents a specialized maritime economy on the Bay of Pillars, anchored by the Pillar Bay Cannery and a nearby Seaplane Base, which served as vital links for logistics and industry in this roadless region. The landscape is dominated by complex hydrographic features, from the tidal reaches of Rowan Bay to the inland waters of Kutlaku Lake and Alecks Lake. These freshwater systems, including Kadake Creek and Kwatahein Creek, suggest the importance of seasonal salmon runs to the area's development. Small maritime refuges like Piledriver Cove and Happy Cove are noted along the southern coast near Tebenkof Bay, providing essential data for local navigation and historical shoreline reconstruction.