2016 Map of Nabesna D-6 NW

About this map

Mentasta Lake and the meandering Slana River dominate this interior landscape, illustrating a complex network of wetlands and seasonal drainages typical of the Copper River basin region. The terrain is defined by the confluence of several mountain-fed streams, including Bone Cr, Lost Cr, and Fish Cr, which navigate through a mosaic of marshy lowlands. Human activity is focused along the eastern edge, where the Mentasta Spur Road and Funk Road provide access to the lakeside area. This 2016 survey documents the contemporary extent of these glacial-fed water systems before they merge into the larger regional rivers. The map provides a detailed look at the hydrology of the unorganized borough, showing how the natural drainage patterns dictated the placement of the few established transportation corridors in this corner of the state.