2016 Map of Shungnak D-1 SE

About this map

The Kobuk River dominates this landscape, winding through a remote expanse of the Northwest Arctic. The river's path is characterized by significant shifts in direction and elevation, most notably at the Pah Rapids, where the water meets a more turbulent section of the channel. This 2016 survey illustrates the complex drainage network of the region, where the Killak River and the Pah River contribute to the larger Kobuk system. The terrain transitions from broad river valleys to more pronounced topographic rises, as indicated by the tight contouring in the northeastern and southern quadrants of the quadrangle. The map detail reflects the shifting nature of these subarctic waterways, which remain critical corridors for travel and subsistence in this part of Alaska.