6418 - Norman Wells & Mackenzie River | Halfway Islands to Rader Island

Navigate the remote and powerful waters of the Northwest Territories with the CHS Nautical Chart 6418. Published by the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS), this official nautical chart covers a critical 70-kilometer stretch of the Mackenzie River, spanning from the Halfway Islands through Norman Wells to Rader Island (Kilometre 850 to Kilometre 920).

As a primary transportation artery for Canada’s North, the Mackenzie River presents unique challenges, including shifting sandbars, fast-moving currents, and seasonal water level fluctuations. Chart 6418 is an essential tool for commercial barge traffic, resource sector operators, and northern explorers. It provides high-resolution hydrographic data specifically for the Norman Wells region, a vital hub for regional infrastructure and river logistics.

Key Navigational Features:

• River Navigation Data: Detailed soundings and channel markings for the Mackenzie River between Kilometre 850 and 920.

• Norman Wells Coverage: Essential bathymetry and shoreline details for the waters surrounding the town of Norman Wells.

• Official Hydrography: Features up-to-date information on riverbed characteristics, drying heights, and underwater hazards unique to this subarctic waterway.

• Aids to Navigation: Clearly marked river beacons, buoys, and landmarks used by river pilots for precision transit.

• Professional Grade: Printed on high-quality, durable paper (or synthetic water-resistant material) to meet official carriage requirements for vessels operating in the Canadian Arctic and inland waters.

Whether you are supporting a northern industrial project or embarking on a wilderness river expedition, Chart 6418 offers the authoritative data required for safe passage on one of North America’s most legendary rivers.