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1997 Map of Port Alexander C-1

Name: 1997 Topographic Map of Port Alexander C-1
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2000
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2000

About this map

Kuiu Island provides a detailed look at the maritime and industrial footprint within the Tongass National Forest during the late 20th century. The intricate shoreline is defined by the Bay of Pillars, Tebenkof Bay, and Elena Bay, where the landscape transitions from sea-level coves to peaks like Piledriver Mountain and Ellis Mountain. A significant historical detail is the presence of the Pillar Bay Cannery (Abandoned) and nearby ruins, indicating the area's legacy in the Alaskan fishing industry.

Evidence of timber operations is found at the Logging Camp and small coastal outposts such as Monark and Rowan. Modern forest management and recreation are reflected in features like the Fish Ladder (FS) and FS Shelter (Loc Approx). Much of the southern portion of the map is preserved within the Tebenkof Bay Wilderness, showcasing a terrain of drainage systems like Kutlaku Creek and remote lakes including Kutlaku Lake and Alecks Lake.