2020 Map of Ikpikpuk River D-5 NE

About this map

Tundra wetlands and a dense network of unnamed thermokarst lakes dominate this Arctic landscape on the North Slope. Surveyed for the T7n R15w and T7n R14w township divisions, the terrain is characterized by intricate hydrography and shifting shorelines typical of the region's permafrost environment. The map provides precise elevation contours at 10-foot intervals, revealing the subtle relief of the coastal plain. While the area lacks named settlements or developed infrastructure, the detailed mapping of water bodies across T6n R15w and T8n R15w captures the natural state of the Alaskan wilderness as documented by recent satellite imagery and national elevation datasets. This survey serves as a technical baseline for tracking long-term environmental changes in the Ikpikpuk River drainage system.