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1954 Map of Sleetmute A-4, 1968 Print
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1954 Map of Sleetmute A-4

USGS Topo · Published 1968

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The Holitna River dominates this mid-1950s interior landscape, winding through a complex network of wetlands and forested hills. Its intricate oxbows and secondary channels reflect a drainage system largely untouched by permanent settlement, save for the presence of a Tractor Trail that cuts through the lowlands east of the main river. This single overland route serves as a crucial indicator of mid-century exploration or transport in the remote Sleetmute region. Smaller tributaries like Taylor Creek, Stevens Creek, and the Chuilnuk River feed into the Holitna, creating a mosaic of water and land that defined the interior's seasonal accessibility before more modern infrastructure arrived. The topography was meticulously captured by the Army Map Service using aerial photogrammetry from 1953 and 1955, offering a precise view of the river's path before shifting natural cycles altered these waterways.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1968
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