2018 Map of Mount Michelson C-3 SW

About this map

The Shublik Mountains rise prominently in the southern portion of this Arctic landscape, forming a natural barrier above the low-lying Ignek Valley. This 2018 survey reveals a drainage system defined by the northward flow of the Tamayariak River and the Katakturuk River, both of which are fed by smaller tributaries including Ignek Cr and Nahook Cr. The map captures a moment in the modern era of the North Slope where the land remains largely defined by its hydrological patterns and geological formations rather than human settlement. The absence of roads or permanent structures reflects the extreme environmental conditions of this region, emphasizing the importance of these named watercourses for navigation and geography in an otherwise unpopulated wilderness.