Information About

Kulthieth River

Kulthieth River

Quick Facts
Region:
  • Valdez-Cordova (CA)
Nearest City:
Tributary to:
Length:
  • 12 mi (19.31 km)
Elevation:
  • 43 ft (13.11 m)
About

heads in Robinson Mts., flows SW to Kaliakh River, 18 mi. WNW of Cape Yakataga, St. Elias Mts.

History of Kulthieth River

Indian name "Cul=theeth" obtained in 1904 by G. C. Martin, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), from J. L. McPherson, Deputy U. S. Mineral Surveyor; pronounced "Kul-thee-e'th" according to G. H. Moffitt, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).