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1954 Map of Russian Mission A-3

USGS Topo · Published 1976

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The settlement of Nyac serves as the focal point of this mid-century survey, situated in a remote interior landscape defined by the drainage systems of the Tuluksak River. The map captures the region's topographical complexity, dominated by Mount Hamilton and the strategic Rockpile Pass. A dense network of gold-rush era watercourses like Bonanza Creek, Shamrock Creek, and East Fork Bear Creek suggests a history of prospecting, further evidenced by colorfully named drainages such as Mary Lou Gulch and Happy Gulch. The presence of Hot Spring Creek indicates the geothermal activity characteristic of this part of the Alaskan wilderness. This survey, compiled from aerial photography taken in the early 1950s, documents the intricate relationship between the braided river valleys and the high ridges before modern infrastructure altered the terrain. It remains a critical record for understanding the mining geography and hydraulic systems of the Dugout Creek and Shovel Creek area.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1976
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions18.1 x 21.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain