2019 Map of Russian Mission B-3 SW

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Whitefish Lake dominates the northern reaches of this Bethel Census Area landscape, where the open water gives way to a complex network of wetlands and tundra. The terrain is defined by the drainage of Ophir Cr, which meanders through the eastern sections of the quadrangle. The map captures a largely unsettled wilderness within the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta region, illustrating the intricate hydrography of small ponds and saturated flats that characterize this part of Alaska. Moving south, the topography transitions into a series of distinct hills, with contour lines indicating significant elevation gains compared to the northern lake basin. This contrast highlights the geographical transition from the lowland lake systems to the upland ridges that overlook the vast surrounding marshlands.