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1948 Map of Skagway A-1

USGS Topo · Published 1972

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Tongass National Forest dominates the maritime landscape of this coastal survey, where the glacial ice of Meade Glacier feeds into the silt-laden waters of the Katzehin River. The map illustrates the complex hydrography of the Lynn Canal system as it branches into Chilkoot Inlet and Chilkat Inlet, separated by the high ridges of the Chilkat Peninsula. Maritime navigation aids like Berry Light and various beacons mark the safe passage through the Chilkat Islands, including Sullivan Island and Kataguni Island. The transition from the massive ice fields of the interior to the deep-water fjords is captured through high-elevation landmarks such as Sinclair Mtn. These 1948 photogrammetric records show the coastline and glacial boundaries before mid-century shifts, providing a precise baseline for the region's wilderness geography.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1948
Date Published1972
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain