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2011 Map of Calderwood Butte

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Calderwood Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Calderwood Butte rises as a prominent landmark above the rapidly expanding residential landscape of the northwestern Phoenix metropolitan area during the early 21st century. The Agua Fria River bisects the region, flanked by seasonal drainages such as Padelford Wash and Caterpillar Tank Wash. This era shows the dense suburban development of master-planned communities like Sun City West and Westbrook Village, characterized by intricate street patterns and a heavy concentration of recreational green spaces, including Stardust Golf Course and Hillcrest Golf Course.

In the southern portion of the quadrangle, the city of Surprise centers around its civic infrastructure, including the Surprise Post Office and W Market St. Pockets of older nomenclature like Lizard Acres and Lizard remain visible, providing a glimpse into the area's transition from open desert and earlier agricultural ventures to a modern residential hub. The presence of Sun Land Memorial Park and various local schools underscores the shift toward a fully established community infrastructure.