1954 Map of Tyonek B-4

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Lower Beluga Lake and its primary outflow, the Beluga River, dominate this mid-century survey of the wilderness north of Cook Inlet. The landscape is defined by a dense network of wetlands and small glacial lakes, including Bishop Lake, Carlson Lake, and Felt Lake. The boundary between the Matanuska-Susitna Borough and Kenai Peninsula Borough bisects the area, following the natural course of the water. High points such as Lone Ridge and the VABM Akitty survey marker provide relief in an otherwise low-lying area. Aside from a few scattered structures like a Cabin and the presence of Drill Creek, the territory remains largely undeveloped, showcasing the complex river systems of the Chichantna River and Talachulitna River before the onset of modern industrial infrastructure.