2016 Map of Killik River D-4 NW

About this map

The Kurupa River cuts through this remote stretch of the North Slope, revealing a landscape defined by dramatic elevation changes and a complex hydrological network. While the southern portion of the sheet is dominated by the steep contours of the surrounding ridges, the northern section transitions into a basin characterized by scattered ponds and meandering drainage patterns typical of the Arctic tundra. The presence of Heather Creek in the southeastern corner further emphasizes the natural drainage systems that have shaped this terrain over millennia. The map provides a detailed view of the Public Land Survey System boundaries, including the intersection of t5s r15w and t6s r14w, illustrating how this wilderness is historically partitioned and managed within the North Slope Borough.