2014 Map of Blue Plateau

About this map

Blue Plateau and the Sand Tank Mountains dominate this high desert region in southern Arizona as it appeared in 2014. This USGS survey details the complex topography of the Sonoran landscape, where steep ridgelines and narrow canyons are clearly defined by 40-foot contour intervals. Notable landmarks such as Round Butte and the curiously named Jack in the Pulpit provide essential navigation points across the dry terrain. The map is organized through the Public Land Survey System, showing several townships including t7s r3w and t8s r3w. While no major settlements or highways cross this specific quadrant, the intricate network of peaks and drainage patterns illustrates the untouched character of Maricopa County’s desert interior during the early 21st century.