2016 Map of Harrison Bay C-5 NE

About this map

Beaufort Sea waters meet the northern Alaskan coastline in this survey of the North Slope, where the intricate transition between land and water is defined by expansive wetlands and tidal flats. The eastern portion of the map is dominated by the shallow reaches of Harrison Bay, a significant feature of the Arctic coast. Moving inland toward the south, the hydrologic network is anchored by the meandering course of Garry Creek, also labeled as Garry Cr at its lower reaches. The landscape is characterized by a nearly level plain, typical of this permafrost-underlain region, with the absence of permanent human settlements or infrastructure highlighting the area's isolation during the early 21st century. This map captures the natural drainage patterns and coastal contours of a remote arctic environment before potential shifts in the northern shoreline.