2016 Map of Shungnak B-2 NE

About this map

The Selawik River winds through this expanse of northwestern Alaska, marking a significant hydrological feature in a landscape defined by its subtle elevation changes and vast wetlands. This 2016 survey documents the administrative boundary between the Northwest Arctic Borough and the Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, a line that cuts across the wilderness near the river's path. The topography is meticulously detailed through contour intervals that reveal the gradual transition from the river valley into the surrounding highlands of the t13n r11e and t12n r11e townships. This map provides a precise record of the natural terrain and jurisdictional borders in a region where few permanent man-made structures exist, making the water systems and township lines the primary landmarks for navigation and land management.