
The Itkillik River winds through the North Slope landscape, carving a complex series of meanders and oxbow lakes across this Arctic terrain. This 2017 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey captures the intricate drainage patterns where the river bends sharply between the t6n r5e and t5n r5e townships. The map reveals the extensive wetlands and thermokarst features typical of the region, illustrating the dynamic nature of the permafrost environment. With no roads or permanent settlements present, the shifting path of the Itkillik River remains the primary landmark for navigation and environmental study in this remote borough.
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1952 · Umiat
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1955 · Umiat D-2
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1955 · Umiat D-1
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1956 · Umiat
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1964 · Umiat
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1971 · Umiat C-1
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1971 · Umiat C-2
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
2013 · Umiat D-2 SW
USGS Topo · 1:25,000
2015 · Umiat D-2 NW
USGS Topo · 1:25,000
2017 · Umiat C-2 NE
USGS Topo · 1:25,000