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2018 Map of Aztec NW

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Aztec NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Palomas occupies the western riverbank in this arid Yuma County landscape, where the Gila River forms the primary geographical anchor. The terrain is defined by complex desert hydrology, with seasonal drainage systems like Red Raven Wash and Clanton Wash cutting through the open country. These washes represent the ancient pathways of water flow toward the Gila, shaping the local topography long before modern infrastructure arrived.

Evidence of local habitation and transit is visible in the network of rural routes such as Palomas Rd and Gabriel Family Rd, which serve the small communities of the valley. To the east, Park Valley sits near the river's edge, while The Lagoon indicates a localized water feature within the riparian corridor. Further southeast, the land rises toward Sears Point, a distinct landmark overlooking the river bend that has likely served as a navigational marker for generations.