2018 Map of Green Valley

About this map

Sahuarita and the community of Continental anchor this study of the Santa Cruz River valley south of Tucson. The map details a transition from the suburban residential corridors along the Santa Cruz River to the high desert terrain of the Coronado National Forest. Modern developments like Santa Cruz Valley are shown alongside historical landmarks including the Continental Cem and the Continental Airport. The topography is defined by complex drainage systems, with numerous ephemeral waterways such as Sawmill Canyon Wash and Florida Canyon Wash carving through the landscape. In the arid southern section, essential water management is evident through named stock tanks like Horseshoe Tank and Juniper Tank, while the prominent landform of Elephant Head marks the approach to the higher elevations. This document reflects the contemporary intersection of residential growth and the conserved desert environment of Pima County.