2014 Map of Gila Butte NW

About this map

The Hohokam Pima National Monument occupies a central position on this desert landscape, preserving the site of Snaketown north of the Gila River. This 2014 survey reveals the stark contrast between the planned residential expansion of Chandler and Sun Lakes in the north and the traditional tribal communities of the Gila River Indian Community to the south. Small settlements like Sacate Village, Wet Camp Village, Goodyear Village, Bapchule, and Casa Blanca are scattered across the southern half of the map, connected by a network of local roads including N Lewis Rd and S Price Rd. The presence of the Gila River Memorial Airport near the border of Maricopa and Pinal counties highlights the region's mid-century aviation infrastructure amidst a landscape transitioning from agricultural roots to modern suburban growth.