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1956 Map of Tanacross D-3, 1962 Print
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1956 Map of Tanacross D-3

USGS Topo · Published 1962

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Dennison Fork and West Fork dominate this 1950s interior landscape, where watercourses dictate the early movement and geography of the region. This portion of the Tanacross quadrangle preserves the essential transport routes of the mid-century wilderness, showing the Taylor Highway as it cuts north-south across the high ground while older Winter Trail segments branch off into the river valleys. The mapping reflects a period when ground-based infrastructure was still remarkably sparse, with these seasonal trails and primary waterways serving as the fundamental framework for access and navigation. The lack of named settlements or structures highlights the remote nature of the terrain during this era of Alaskan exploration and resource assessment.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1956
Date Published1962
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions18 x 20.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain