1956 Map of Utukok River

About this map

The Naval Petroleum Reserve No 4 dominates this mid-century Alaskan landscape, a remote expanse of the North Slope mapped during the Cold War era. At this time, the region was primarily characterized by its drainage systems and shifting seasonal routes rather than permanent settlements. A series of small camps or observation points—including Jean, Nuk, and Kelly—are scattered across the tundra, often situated near water sources or the extensive Winter Trail network.