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1971 Map of Wiseman B-5, 1974 Print
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1971 Map of Wiseman B-5

USGS Topo · Published 1974

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The John River valley defines this interior landscape, serving as a primary corridor through high-altitude terrain in northern Alaska. In the early 1970s, the area remained largely undeveloped, with a notable Winter Road providing seasonal access along the river's eastern banks. This ephemeral transportation route connects the isolated Landing Strip Crevice and several mountain drainages, including Gunsight Creek and Bar Creek. The presence of a lone Cabin south of Rock Creek and the landing strip at Crevice Creek suggests a reliance on small-craft aviation and seasonal trapping or subsistence living. A complex drainage network feeds the river, featuring the Malamute Fork John River and Sixtymile Creek, while prominent elevations like Gunsight Mountain and the Sentinels stand as navigational landmarks for travelers moving through the Brooks Range foothills.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1971
Date Published1974
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions18.1 x 21.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain