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1951 Map of Seward B-8, 1990 Print
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1951 Map of Seward B-8

USGS Topo · Published 1990

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Cooper Landing and the surrounding wilderness on the Kenai Peninsula are captured here in 1951, showing a region where road access and aviation were just beginning to redefine the landscape. The Sterling Highway cuts through the northern corridor, connecting isolated outposts like Hentons Lodge, Nixon's Ranch, and Hubbard Farm to the outside world. This survey reflects a pivotal moment for the Chugach National Forest and Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, documenting a network of remote Forest Service cabins including the Upper Russian Lake Cabin and the Barber Cabin along the Russian River. The presence of the Quartz Creek Landing Strip and a Seaplane Base on Kenai Lake underscores how critical air travel remained for reaching the backcountry of the Chugach Mountains before the full development of modern infrastructure.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1951
Date Published1990
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions17 x 22.3 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain