2017 Map of Ikpikpuk River D-3 SW

About this map

The Ikpikpuk River dominates this Arctic landscape on the North Slope, revealing a complex network of active and relic channels. This 2017 survey illustrates the dynamic hydrology of the region, where the Price River joins the larger Ikpikpuk system amidst a dense collection of thermokarst lakes and braided streams. The terrain is characterized by intricate drainage patterns, including smaller tributaries like Fry Creek, which navigate the low-relief tundra. The mapping of township boundaries such as t6n r12w and t5n r11w provides a structural framework over this otherwise fluid wilderness. This edition reflects modern high-resolution data from the National Hydrography Dataset, documenting the shifting watercourses of one of Alaska’s major northward-flowing river systems in the early 21st century.