2013 Map of Teshekpuk B-3 SW

About this map

The Iqallikpuk River winds through this Arctic landscape, defining the western edge of a region dominated by a vast network of thaw lakes and ponds. This 2013 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey captures the intricate hydrology of the North Slope, where countless unnamed water bodies fill the depressions of the tundra. The contour lines reveal a low-lying, subtly undulating terrain typical of this coastal plain environment. The absence of roads or settlements emphasizes the remote nature of this area, as the map focuses primarily on the hydrographic patterns and the flow of the Iqallikpuk River across the Arctic plains. It provides a precise record of the shoreline and drainage patterns as they existed in the early 21st century.