2017 Map of Bethel D-5 SW

About this map

Kisaralik River and the Kasigluk River dominate this aquatic landscape in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta region. The terrain is characterized by an intricate network of wetlands, ponds, and braided channels, showing the natural hydrologic complexity of the Alaskan tundra in the early 21st century. The map highlights the shifting paths of these water bodies through townships t8n r66w, t8n r65w, t9n r65w, and t9n r64w. This specific survey provides a detailed record of the river bends and myriad small lakes before seasonal changes or long-term climatic shifts alter the delta's face. It serves as a precise baseline for understanding the remote wilderness south of Bethel, where the land and water are perpetually intertwined.