Statements (63)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:river
|
| gptkbp:accessibility |
accessible by road
popular for tourism |
| gptkbp:climate |
subarctic climate
|
| gptkbp:conservation |
used for educational programs
supports local schools |
| gptkbp:conservation_efforts |
habitat restoration projects
protected areas established |
| gptkbp:cultural_events |
hosts local festivals
site for community gatherings |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
important to local communities
site for traditional practices |
| gptkbp:drainage_basin |
gptkb:Knik_Arm
|
| gptkbp:ecosystem |
supports diverse flora and fauna
important for migratory birds provides habitat for aquatic species |
| gptkbp:elevation |
varies from sea level to over 6,000 feet
|
| gptkbp:environmental_concerns |
glacial retreat
water quality issues |
| gptkbp:famous_landmark |
nearby historic sites
Knik Town site |
| gptkbp:features |
glacial meltwater
|
| gptkbp:flood_control |
subject to seasonal flooding
important for wildlife habitat |
| gptkbp:geological_features |
surrounded by mountains
glacial deposits |
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
used by Native Alaskan tribes
explored during the Gold Rush |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Knik River system
|
| gptkbp:hydrology |
fed by rainfall
fed by snowmelt |
| gptkbp:land_use |
gptkb:urban_development
agriculture recreation areas |
| gptkbp:length |
approximately 70 miles
|
| gptkbp:local_economy |
supports fishing industry
supports tourism industry supports recreational activities |
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Alaska
|
| gptkbp:mouth |
gptkb:Knik_Arm_of_Cook_Inlet
|
| gptkbp:navigation_system |
navigable by small boats
not suitable for large vessels |
| gptkbp:recreation |
fishing
hiking rafting |
| gptkbp:region |
gptkb:Matanuska-Susitna_Borough
|
| gptkbp:research |
studied for climate change impacts
monitored for hydrological changes |
| gptkbp:seasonal_activities |
flooding in spring
low flow in winter |
| gptkbp:source |
gptkb:Knik_Glacier
|
| gptkbp:surrounding_area |
Knik River Valley
|
| gptkbp:tourism |
offers guided tours
popular for scenic views features recreational facilities |
| gptkbp:tributary_of |
gptkb:Knik_River
|
| gptkbp:water_quality |
monitored by environmental agencies
affected by runoff |
| gptkbp:wildlife |
gptkb:moose
gptkb:salmon bears |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Lake_Knik
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
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