1951 Map of Seward D-1, 1965 Print
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1951 Map of Seward D-1

USGS Topo · Published 1965

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Glacier Island sits at the entrance to Columbia Bay, acting as a massive natural breakwater where the waters of Prince William Sound meet the glacial outflow of the Columbia Glacier. This mid-century survey illustrates the intricate coastline of the Chugach National Forest, characterized by deep-water inlets such as Long Bay and Eickelberg Bay. The map documents small, isolated Cabins scattered across the islands, indicating the era's reliance on maritime travel for subsistence and shelter in these remote reaches of Alaska. Coastal features like Elder Pt, Bull Head, and Iceberg Pt define the navigation paths around Schrader Island and Heather Island, while the interior of the islands remains largely dominated by high points like Round Mtn. The detailed hydrographic data and topographical contours show the relationship between the receding ice and the emerging bays like Jackson Hole.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1951
Date Published1965
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.8 inches

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