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2014 Map of Wainwright A-4 NE

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Wainwright A-4 NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The Ongorakvik River meanders through this remote portion of the North Slope, revealing a landscape defined by arctic hydrology and subtle elevation changes. This 2014 survey captures a terrain dominated by low-lying wetlands and numerous unnamed ponds, characteristic of the permafrost-underlain coastal plain. In the northeast corner, the Nokotlek River enters the frame, showing the distinct drainage patterns that shape this roadless environment.

The map's grid is defined by the intersections of several townships, including T10n R36w and T9n R35w. The absence of man-made structures or established trails highlights the area's isolation, making it an essential reference for understanding the unmodified natural state of the Alaskan tundra in the early 21st century. Researchers can use this sheet to study river morphology and the distribution of surface water before potential future shifts in the regional environment.