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1956 Map of Killik River

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Killik River
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

The Brooks Range anchors the southern portion of this landscape, where the Gates Of The Arctic National Park protects a vast expanse of arctic wilderness. The survey reveals a complex hydrological network defined by the Killik River and the Colville River, which are fed by numerous seasonal creeks and glacial outwash. Notable landforms include the Itkilikruich Ridges and Pingatuligit Mountain, rising above the tundra plains.

Evidence of human activity and resource management is visible through the Naval Petroleum Reserve No 4 Alaska boundary and an isolated Landing Strip near the Etivluk River. A long Winter Trail follows the river valleys, indicating the traditional transportation routes used before modern infrastructure. The presence of named water bodies like Imiaknikpak Lake and Lake Udrivik highlights the significant freshwater resources of the North Slope.