2021 Map of Citrus Valley West

About this map

Citrus Valley serves as the focal point of this arid corridor where the agricultural landscape meets the sharp relief of the Gila Bend Mountains. The terrain is dominated by the course of the Gila River, which carves through the Gila River Canyon, creating a stark transition between the flat valley floor and the high peaks of the north. Significant elevations such as Bunyan Peak overlook a network of rural roads, including Painted Rock Rd and W Northview Ave, which provide access to the desert floor. The map illustrates a landscape of managed water and land use, defined by the irrigation-dependent settlement patterns characteristic of the Arizona desert. This document preserves the modern footprint of Maricopa County’s western reaches, highlighting the intersection of natural riverine features and human-made transport lines.