2021 Map of Cortez Peak NW

About this map

Harquahala Plain defines this expanse of western Maricopa County, showing a landscape organized by a rigorous grid of section lines and agricultural roads. By the early 2020s, the area reflects a transitional character where traditional desert terrain meets structured land development. Significant infrastructure like the S El Paso Natural Gas Rd and Harquahala Valley Rd cut across the flats, supporting the energy and transport needs of the region. The ephemeral Centennial Wash meanders through the southern portion of the sheet, providing a natural break in the otherwise geometric survey lines. Settlements like Encanto appear as small pockets of development along major thoroughfares such as Indian School Rd and Courthouse Rd, marking the gradual westward expansion of the valley's residential footprint.