2020 Map of Barrow A-5 SE

About this map

The Chukchi Sea coastline defines the western edge of this Arctic landscape, where the terrestrial environment is dominated by a complex network of thaw lakes and narrow drainage systems. Goose Point stands as a prominent coastal landmark, marking the transition from the marine environment to the vast tundra. Moving inland, the meandering path of the Walakpa River and its tributary Singaruak cut through the permafrost-underlain terrain, eventually reaching the significant expanse of Kilusiktok Lake in the south. The 2020 data reflects a modern period of topographic record-keeping in the North Slope Borough, capturing the intricate hydrography of the Alaskan coastal plain before seasonal shifts further alter these sensitive shorelines and seasonal water bodies.