2020 Map of Baird Inlet D-8 NW

About this map

The Kumlunak Peninsula dominates the southern portion of this landscape, extending into a complex network of coastal waters and wetlands along the western Alaska coast. This 2020 map documents the shifting boundary between the Kusilvak Census Area and Bethel Census Area, which cuts diagonally across the northern marshlands. The terrain is defined by a labyrinth of small lakes and ponds characteristic of the delta region, where land and water are constantly in flux. To the north, the Kealavik River meanders through the low-lying tundra, illustrating the intricate drainage patterns of this subarctic environment. The lack of permanent structures or roads reflects the seasonal and traditional uses of the land, providing a contemporary view of this remote geography as recorded by the U.S. Department of the Interior and the U.S. Geological Survey.