2013 Map of Umiat D-3 NW

About this map

The Colville River dominates this Arctic landscape, forming a wide, braided corridor of channels and bars in the North Slope region. The drainage patterns revealed here illustrate the dynamic hydrology of the Alaskan tundra, where the Kikiakrorak River and the Kogosukruk River meander through a complex network of thaw lakes and ponds. This 2013 survey provides a clear view of the unpopulated Arctic wilderness, defined by its watercourses and the relief of its river bluffs rather than human infrastructure. The lack of roads or permanent settlements underscores the isolation of the area, making the map a essential resource for understanding the natural geomorphology of the Colville River delta system before human development or significant environmental shifts.