2016 Map of Barrow A-3 NW

About this map

Lake Tusikvoak dominates the southern landscape of this Arctic coastal region, feeding a network of waterways that define the North Slope's complex hydrology. The map illustrates the jagged meeting of land and water where the Beaufort Sea enters Avak Bay and Iko Bay, separated by the prominent coastal landmark of Scott Point. This low-lying tundra environment is etched with the wandering course of Avak Creek, showing the drainage patterns characteristic of the Alaskan permafrost. The absence of roads or settlements emphasizes the pristine nature of this maritime wilderness, while the detailed hydrographic data captures the seasonal pulse of the Arctic shoreline.