2020 Map of Teshekpuk B-4 SE

About this map

The Chipp River meanders across this Arctic coastal plain in the North Slope Borough, carving deep oxbow bends through a landscape defined by water. In this high-latitude environment, the Ikpikpuk River and Oumalik River form intricate drainage patterns across the tundra. The map illustrates the hydrological complexity of the region, where numerous unnamed thaw lakes and braided stream channels dominate the terrain. These waterways are essential features of the North Slope, serving as the primary landmarks in an area without established roads or settlements. The survey captures the intricate relationship between the permafrost-influenced landscape and the shifting paths of these northern rivers.