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1972 Map of Arctic A-3

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Arctic A-3
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1975
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

Arctic Village serves as the focal point of human presence in this high-latitude landscape, situated near a Landing Strip and the banks of the Chandalar River East Fork. The settlement is characterized by a mix of traditional and modern utility, featuring mapped Cems and a nearby Gravel Pit. The map documents a complex aquatic environment where the Junjik River meanders through a dense network of water bodies, including Swan Lake, Vettekwi Lake, and Loon Lake.

A significant portion of the territory is designated as the Venetie Indian Reservation, bordered to the south by the South Boundary Umiat Meridian. Topographic landmarks such as Under Cloud Mountain and Shark Edge Mountain define the horizon, while a Winter Trail provides a documented route across the lower elevations near the Christian River, reflecting the seasonal mobility required in this subarctic interior.