2014 Map of Utukok River C-2 SW

About this map

The Utukok River meanders across this Arctic landscape, creating a complex network of oxbows and seasonal water bodies within the North Slope Borough. This 2014 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates the vast alluvial plains where the river's path shifts over time, shaping the low-lying terrain. In the southeastern portion of the quadrangle, the Omikmuktusuk River flows toward its confluence with the larger Utukok system. The map is defined by its lack of permanent structures or roads, instead focusing on the hydrological patterns and township boundaries such as t3n r34w and t2n r33w. This document provides a precise record of the shoreline and water channels in a region where shifting currents and seasonal melt are the primary drivers of geographical change.