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1951 Map of Sutwik Island

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Sutwik Island
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1962
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1962

About this map

The Alaska Peninsula coastline meets the volatile waters of the Pacific Ocean in this mid-century reconnaissance, dominated by the drainage systems of the Aniakchak River and Meshik R. High peaks like Jaw Mtn and Pinnacle Mtn overlook a complex network of bays, including Aniakchak Bay and Kujulik Bay, where the shoreline is punctuated by dramatic landmarks like Cape Kumliun and Cape Horn.

Island chains define the maritime landscape, specifically the remote Semidi Islands located within the Semidi National Wildlife Refuge. These islands, such as Aghiyuk Island and Chowiet Island, represent critical habitats far offshore from the mainland's rugged terrain. On the peninsula, the numerous glacial or volcanic tributaries like Lava Creek, Cinder Creek, and Wiggly Creek illustrate the raw, undeveloped character of the Alaskan wilderness during the 1940s and 1950s mapping efforts.