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2015 Map of Unalakleet C-3 NW

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Unalakleet C-3 NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

The Chiroskey River winds through the heart of this landscape, carving a path through the southern reaches of the Nulato Hills. The terrain is defined by the high, rounded summits of this subarctic upland, where the elevation often rises above 1,500 feet. This 2015 survey reveals the topographical character of the Alaskan interior within the t20s r9w and t21s r9w townships, showing a wilderness area shaped by severe natural drainage patterns.

The absence of roads or permanent structures reflects the isolated character of this region of the Nome Census Area. Mapping provided by the U.S. Geological Survey details the intricate contouring of the hills, which slope sharply toward the river valley. For those studying the hydrography of the Unalakleet region, the map documents the seasonal complexity of the river’s tributaries as they descend from the surrounding peaks.