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1954 Map of Talkeetna B-3, 1962 Print
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1954 Map of Talkeetna B-3

USGS Topo · Published 1962

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Chelatna Lake and the massive glacial system of the Kahiltna Glacier dominate this mid-century Alaskan landscape. The drainage patterns of the Kahiltna River and its numerous tributaries, such as Cache Creek and Mills Creek, suggest a region defined by its hydrography and seasonal changes. Human presence is concentrated at Chelatna Lodge and the small settlement of Collinsville, which is supported by a nearby Airstrip. A Tractor Trail provides a critical overland link through the wet lowlands, connecting remote outposts where few established roads exist. The presence of features like Hansen Bar and various named creeks such as Wetbutte Creek and Home Creek reflects the nomenclature of early aviation and prospecting, capturing a moment when access to the interior was dependent on light aircraft and specialized ground transport before modern infrastructure reached these basins.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1962
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions19 x 20.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain