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2018 Map of Fort Yukon B-6 NW

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Fort Yukon B-6 NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Yukon Flats is defined by a complex mosaic of water and wetlands where the Yukon River meanders through the interior of Alaska. This 2018 survey reveals a dynamic riverine environment characterized by braiding channels and shifting islands. The confluence of the Hadweenzic River with the Yukon highlights the hydrologic importance of this sub-arctic basin, where seasonal fluctuations in water levels dictate the landscape's shape.

The presence of the Lower Birch Creek Slough further illustrates the intricate drainage patterns common in this region, where slow-moving water bodies carve through the sediment of the flats. This map serves as a detailed record of the river's path and the surrounding marshlands, offering a precise look at a wilderness area primarily accessible by water. It is a vital resource for understanding the recent natural history of the Yukon-Koyukuk area.