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2015 Map of Araz

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Araz
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

The Cargo Muchacho Mountains dominate the northwestern corner of this landscape, giving way to the complex irrigation networks of the Colorado River basin. In the early 21st century, the settlement of Araz sits at the heart of a region defined by its desert hydrology and modern engineering. The massive All-American Canal cuts through the southern reaches of the quadrangle, supported by an intricate system of laterals including the Tenino Lateral, Ypsilanti Lateral, and Comanche Lateral.

Surface drainage is characterized by dry desert washes such as Picacho Wash, Bee Wash, and Araz Wash, which channel seasonal runoff toward the cultivated lands. Transport across this arid terrain is facilitated by a network of local roads including the curiously named Barney Oldfield Rd and Coca Cola Dr. The map also captures the Yuma Main Canal, illustrating the vital role of water management in sustaining this borderland environment.