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1985 Map of Selawik C-2

Name: 1985 Topographic Map of Selawik C-2
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

Selawik stands as the primary human settlement in this sprawling deltaic environment, where a complex network of waterways defines the landscape. The Selawik National Wildlife Refuge encompasses much of this territory, protecting a vast wetland mosaic of lakes and meandering river channels. The Selawik River winds through the central portion of the map, fed by numerous tributaries including the Fish River, Ikagoak River, and Nuleargowik River.

Large bodies of water like Inland Lake, Kanisokrok Lake, and Niglaktak Lake dominate the southern and central sections, illustrating the hydrologic character of the Northwest Arctic. This 1985 provisional edition, compiled from 1971 aerial photography, provides a detailed view of the shorelines and stream paths before the region was heavily impacted by modern shifts. The intricate connection between Cleveland Lakes and the Throat River showcases the seasonal fluidity of this subarctic terrain.