2018 Map of Cordes Junction

About this map

Arcosanti, the experimental architectural project, stands as a notable landmark overlooking the high desert landscape of central Arizona. This 2018 survey documents the expanding residential grid of Cordes Lakes and the vital travel nexus at Cordes Junction. The hydrology is defined by the Agua Fria River and its various tributaries, including Ash Cr, Sycamore Cr, and Silver Cr, which carve through the prominent plateaus of Sycamore Mesa and Perry Mesa. Portions of the Prescott National Forest are visible along the northern boundary, while rugged drainage patterns like Black Hill Wash and Badger Spring Wash illustrate the complex erosion across Cactus Basin. Local ranching history is preserved through labels like 3 M Ranch Rd and Kelton Ranch Rd, reflecting the area's transition from open range to modern rural development.