1984 Map of Howard Pass C-1

About this map

The National Petroleum Reserve In Alaska dominates this 1984 topographical study, capturing a vast Arctic wilderness defined by braided waterways and steep ridges. The confluence of the Etivluk River and the Nigu River highlights a landscape where water is the primary sculptor of the terrain. The northern portion of the map is anchored by the Smith Mountain massif, including Kingak Mountain and the concentrated cluster of the Smith Mountain Lakes. Further south, the prominent Lisburne Ridge and Puvakrat Mountain break the horizon, providing significant landmarks in an area devoid of roads or permanent settlements. This survey reflects the remote character of the North Slope in the early 1980s, emphasizing natural drainage patterns like Kutchaurak Creek and the localized basins of Tukuto Creek.