2017 Map of Bethel D-6 SW

About this map

Kisaralik River meanders across this alluvial landscape, illustrating the dynamic hydrology of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta region. The terrain is defined by a dense network of abandoned channels, oxbow lakes, and wetlands that surround the primary waterways. In the northern reaches, the Kuskokuak Slough and Kasigluk River reveal a complex drainage pattern where land and water are perpetually intertwined. This 2017 survey captures the wilderness character of the Bethel Census Area, where the shifting riverbeds are the dominant geographical force, unencumbered by permanent roads or settlements. The intricate hydrography serves as a primary reference for those studying the natural progression of Alaskan river systems and the remote environments of the Bethel D-6 SW quadrangle.