2017 Map of Beechey Point A-5 SW

About this map

Ugnuravik River and Sakonowyak River define this stretch of the North Slope, where the arctic landscape is dominated by a dense network of thaw lakes and wetlands. The intricate hydrography shown here reflects the dynamic nature of the permafrost-rich terrain just inland from the Arctic Ocean. Published by the U.S. Geological Survey, this quadrangle reveals the complex drainage patterns of the Alaskan coastal plain, providing a technical baseline for the area's hydrology and environmental character as of 2017. The absence of permanent settlements or infrastructure highlights the specialized nature of land use in this part of the North Slope Borough, where the environment remains shaped primarily by seasonal cycles and water movement.