2015 Map of Umiat D-5 SE

About this map

Judy Creek meanders through this remote portion of the North Slope, defining a landscape dominated by complex hydrography and permafrost features. This 2015 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey meticulously documents the intricate network of thaw lakes and ponds that saturate the tundra across the T6n R3w and T5n R3w townships. The map provides a high-resolution look at the subtle relief of the Arctic coastal plain, where the lack of human infrastructure highlights the natural drainage patterns of the Colville River basin. Researchers can observe how the creek's path shifts between the eastern and western survey blocks, illustrating the seasonal nature of water movement in this high-latitude environment.