1984 Map of Lookout Ridge C-4

About this map

The National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska dominates this 1980s landscape on the North Slope, revealing a wilderness defined by its complex drainage patterns and ridgelines. The Meade River meanders across the southern portion of the sheet, joined by smaller tributaries like Kili Creek and the Kaksu River. This survey captures a moment when the region was primarily utilized for resource evaluation and subsistence, evidenced by the presence of a Tractor Trail winding through the northern hills. High ground is marked by prominent elevations such as Shaningarok Ridge and Kulugra Ridge, which separate the primary watersheds. The drainage of Shaningarok Creek cuts through the central valley, illustrating the characteristic topography of the Arctic tundra before modern infrastructure expansion.