2016 Map of Killik River D-4 NE

About this map

Kurupa River defines the western corridor of this Arctic landscape, where it meanders through a broad valley floor before the terrain rises sharply into the high ridges of the North Slope. This 2016 survey documents a remote wilderness area characterized by significant elevation changes, with the southern reaches drained by Heather Creek. The map provides a precise look at the land's physical contours and hydrology as it existed in the early 21st century, showing the intersection of Township 5 South and Township 6 South. The lack of human settlements or infrastructure emphasizes the untouched nature of this subarctic environment, offering researchers a baseline for studying natural drainage patterns and the undisturbed geography of the Brooks Range foothills.