Join Free
1955 Map of Wainwright B-4, 1971 Print
Loading...
Loading map...

1955 Map of Wainwright B-4

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

Kasegaluk Lagoon dominates this coastal landscape, separated from the open Chukchi Sea by a thin, broken ribbon of barrier islands and spits. This mid-1950s survey captures a delicate hydrological environment where the Ongorakvik River and Nokotleek River drain into the sheltered lagoon waters. The presence of a Cabin (ruin) at Nokotleek Point provides a rare sign of human occupancy in a region defined by its isolation and specialized geography. At this time, the entire territory was designated as Naval Petroleum Reserve No. 4, reflecting the strategic importance of the North Slope. The map meticulously documents the navigable breaks in the coastline, such as Pingorarok Pass and Akoliakatat Pass, which were essential for maritime access between the sea and the coastal interior.

Find a feature on this map

9 named features on this map. Tap any name to fly to it.

Don’t see what you’re looking for? This feature index may not catch every label — zoom into the map to look around manually.

Map Details

Date Portrayed1955
Date Published1971
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions18.1 x 20.9 inches

Editions of this 1955 Wainwright B-4 Map

Historical Maps of North Slope Through Time

2482 maps found

Featured Locations

Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain