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1952 Map of Saint Michael C-1

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Saint Michael C-1
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1967
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1967

About this map

Stuart Island and Saint Michael Island anchor this coastal survey, where the waters of Norton Sound meet a landscape of tidal canals and low peaks. The settlement of Stebbins sits on the northwestern edge of Saint Michael Island, positioned near a landing strip and a collection of cabins along the shore. This area reflects a critical point of maritime and aerial transit in the early 1950s, serving as a hub between North Bay and the open sound.

Terrain features like Stuart Mountain and Stephens Hill dominate the relatively flat tundra, while Stephens Pass separates the two major islands. The presence of Clear Lakes and numerous unnamed smaller ponds indicates the complex drainage patterns typical of this subarctic environment. Navigational markers such as the light at Cape Stephens and the hazards of Orzaba Reef highlight the importance of coastal safety for vessels navigating towards Rock Point.