2014 Map of Wainwright A-5 SW

About this map

The Avak River meanders across this northern landscape, defining the character of the terrain in the North Slope Borough. This 2014 survey focuses on a remote expanse where water and low-lying topography dominate the landscape. The river creates a complex pattern of drainage through the area, which is surveyed within the bounds of several township and range blocks including t9n r40w and t8n r39w. The absence of developed roads or named settlements reflects the untouched nature of this Arctic region during the early 21st century. Researchers and land managers can use this map to identify the specific hydrological features and elevation contours of the basin, which are critical for understanding the physical geography of this corner of Alaska.