2017 Map of Ikpikpuk River D-5 NE

About this map

Hydrological patterns and remote Arctic wetlands dominate this corner of the North Slope. Surveyed with data from the National Hydrography Dataset and the National Elevation Dataset, the landscape is defined by an intricate network of thaw lakes and unnamed water bodies common to the Alaskan tundra. This specific area spans several township and range blocks, including T8n R15w, T8n R14w, T7n R15w, T7n R14w, T6n R15w, and T6n R14w. The cartography reveals a wilderness void of established roads or structures, highlighting the untouched character of the North Slope Borough during the early 21st century. Researchers can study the distribution of wetlands and the orientation of the lakes, which are significant for understanding the local environment before potential climate-driven landscape shifts.