Loading map...

2023 Map of Blackwater

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Blackwater
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Blackwater sits at the heart of an intricate irrigation network in Pinal County, where the desert landscape is defined by the shifting channels of the Gila River and the Little Gila River. The community's history is deeply connected to the management of these waters, evidenced by the extensive system of canals like the Blackwater Lateral, Pima Lateral, and North Side Canal that cut across the arid terrain. Prominent desert landmarks such as Mineral Butte, Twin Buttes, and Cholla Mtn rise above the flat basin, serving as timeless navigational markers.

Local heritage is preserved at the Blackwater Cem and North Blackwater Cem, while the presence of Presbyterian Church Rd and Baptist Church Rd reflects the importance of central community institutions. This modern survey captures the intersection of traditional land use and contemporary growth, showing the proximity of established tribal lands to the expanding residential boundaries of San Tan Valley, Florence, and Coolidge.