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1955 Map of Meade River A-3, 1986 Print
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1955 Map of Meade River A-3

USGS Topo · Published 1986

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The National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska is the setting for this mid-century topographic record, capturing a landscape defined by seasonal movement and early mineral exploration. The area is dominated by the winding course of the Meade River and a complex network of coastal plain tributaries, including Pikroka Creek and Pisiksagiavik Creek. An interpretive highlight is the presence of Meade Test Well No 1, a drill hole that signifies the era's focus on identifying energy resources in the far north. Surface travel is largely restricted to the network of Winter Trails that crisscross the tundra, connecting the drainage basins of Kowlak Creek and Agutiroak Creek. This survey reflects the specialized infrastructure of the North Slope borough before more permanent modern developments, focused on scientific and industrial appraisal of the Arctic environment.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1955
Date Published1986
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions18.1 x 21.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain