1954 Map of Baird Inlet C-2

About this map

Nunavakpak L sits in the northern reaches of this coastal landscape, a region defined by an intricate network of wetlands and tidal drainage. The 1954 fieldwork captures the natural state of the delta before significant modern alterations, showing the winding course of the Kutukhun River as it meanders through the marshy terrain. The presence of the Merotuk River in the southwestern quadrant further illustrates the complex hydrology of this part of Alaska, where the land and water are constantly in flux. Without roads or trails recorded during this mid-century survey, the map preserves the raw, unpopulated character of the tundra as it existed for generations of indigenous hunters and travelers who relied entirely on these waterways for navigation.