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Maps by State: Cartographic Resources for Alaska

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USGS Topographic Maps

In 1879, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) began to map the Nation's topography. This mapping was done at different levels of detail in order to support various land use and other purposes. Over time, the USGS produced new map versions of each area, allowing for comparison across decades.

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