2024 Map of Flaxman Island A-1 SE

About this map

The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge dominates the coastal landscape of the North Slope in this recent survey. This remote Arctic shoreline is defined by a complex network of wetlands and tidal flats where the Okpilak River and Katiktok River meet the Beaufort Sea. The presence of Arey Island just offshore creates a sheltered lagoon environment, characteristic of the barrier island systems that protect this sensitive coastline. The map illustrates the hydrological patterns of the tundra, showing the winding course of Natarourak Creek as it drains through a landscape dotted with numerous small ponds and wetland features. Surveyed within Township 8 North and 9 North, this map details the intersection of terrestrial and marine ecosystems before the onset of significant seasonal shifts.