2017 Map of Bethel B-4 SE

About this map

Breast Mtn dominates the northern uplands of this landscape, serving as a prominent landmark above a complex network of glacial and alluvial features. This 2017 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates the transition from high-relief terrain to the water-rich lowlands of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta region. In the southern half of the map, the Kwethluk River winds through a dense field of thermokarst lakes and wetlands, demonstrating the shifting hydrological patterns characteristic of the Alaskan interior. The drainages of Crooked Creek and Fork Cr carve distinct paths through the hills, providing critical drainage for the seasonal snowmelt. The absence of permanent structures or roads underscores the wilderness character of this area, where land use is defined by traditional seasonal travel and subsistence activities rather than fixed settlements.