2020 Map of Meade River C-3 SE

About this map

Atqasuk serves as the central hub of this North Slope landscape, situated at the significant confluence where the Usuktuk River meets the winding Meade River. The geography is defined by the complex, water-heavy terrain of the Arctic coastal plain, where the rivers navigate a dense network of thaw lakes and wetlands. The intricate meandering of the Meade River across the western half of the map illustrates the dynamic nature of these waterways as they carve through the tundra. This 2020 representation emphasizes the isolated nature of the settlement, showing the relationship between the indigenous community and the primary river systems that have historically dictated travel and subsistence in this part of the borough.