2023 Map of Valdez C-6 SE

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Klutina Lake dominates the northern boundary of this 2023 survey, serving as the source for the south-flowing Klutina River. This portion of the Valdez quadrangle captures the dramatic transition from glacial lake to river valley, flanked by high-elevation terrain including Mayer Peak and Bence Mtn. The river follows a braiding path through the center of the sheet, while the Hallet River joins the system from the west. This modern topographic study by the U.S. Geological Survey provides precise elevation data for this corner of the Copper River Census Area, illustrating the complex hydrology where mountain runoff feeds the larger river basins. The lack of built infrastructure reflects the remote character of this landscape, where natural drainage patterns and mountain summits are the primary landmarks.