2014 Map of Big Horn Peak

About this map

Big Horn Peak rises prominently above the desert landscape in this portion of Maricopa County, marking the southern extent of the Big Horn Mountains. The terrain transitions sharply from these high elevations down to the expansive Harquahala Plain, a broad alluvial expanse that dominates the southern half of the map. This 2014 survey documents the critical water infrastructure of the American Southwest, specifically the Central Arizona Project Aqueduct as it cuts a steady course across the desert floor. Transportation through this arid region is defined by the diagonal path of W Salome Rd and the straight line of N Harquahala Valley Rd, which intersect near the crossing of Interstate 10. Minor features like New Tank indicate the vital role of water management for local land use and ranching in this high-heat environment.