1959 Map of Yakutat

About this map

Yakutat serves as the focal point for this survey, situated on the edge of Monti Bay along the rugged northern Gulf coast. The landscape is dominated by the colossal Malaspina Glacier to the west and the intricate Yakutat Foreland to the east, a region defined by an extensive network of glacial meltwater streams including the Dangerous River and Situk River. The transportation infrastructure of the mid-20th century is highlighted by the Yakutat and Southern Railroad and the Yakutat Airport, reflecting the area's logistical importance between the mountains and the sea. The map traces the international boundary line between Alaska and British Columbia, cutting through the massive ice fields and high peaks like Mt Hendrickson and Mt Alexander. Natural features such as Russell Fiord and Disenchantment Bay illustrate the deep-water inlets that define this corner of the Tongass National Forest.