1984 Map of Lookout Ridge D-5

About this map

The Avalik River meanders across this Arctic landscape, defining the drainage patterns within the massive National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska. This 1984 map, based on aerial photography from 1971, showcases a remote region of the North Slope where the terrain is marked by isolated high points and named landmarks. These specific summits, labeled Jackie, Zack, Nuki, and Zela, serve as essential navigational markers in an expanse otherwise defined by seasonal wetlands and intricate stream networks. The absence of roads or trails highlights the untouched nature of this federal reserve during the late twentieth century, providing a clear record of the area's topography before significant modern infrastructure reached these specific coordinates.