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1952 Map of Talkeetna Mountains C-5
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1952 Map of Talkeetna Mountains C-5

USGS Topo · Published 1952

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The Talkeetna River carves through the southeast quadrant of this 1952 topographic survey, serving as the primary drainage for a landscape defined by the high elevations of the Talkeetna Mountains. Based on aerial photography from 1949, this map illustrates a wilderness dominated by complex water systems and steep relief. Significant tributaries such as Chunilna Creek, Cache Creek, and Prairie Creek define the varied drainage patterns, while the aptly named Disappointment Creek winds through the southwestern corner. The mapping of VABM 4149 Clear indicates a established vertical control station used for the survey, situated among unnamed peaks that rise above 4,000 feet. The absence of roads or permanent settlements in this period emphasizes the area's isolation within the Third Judicial Division before modern development altered the region's accessibility.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1952
Date Published1952
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions18 x 20.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain