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2014 Map of Gu Vo

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Gu Vo
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Gu Vo sits at the center of this desert landscape, where high-desert drainage systems and mountain passes define the local movement of water and travelers. The settlement is positioned near the junction of several Bureau of Indian Affairs routes, including Bia-1, Bia-5, and Bia-28, which navigate the gaps between the prominent Gu Vo Hills and the surrounding basins. To the west, the map details the wide expanse of Barajita Valley, while Tonoka Valley and Quijotoa Valley border the central elevations.

Hydrology in this arid region is marked by ephemeral watercourses like Gu Vo Wash and Pia Oik Wash, which cut through the terrain from the higher elevations of the hills toward the valleys. These features, along with the Gu Vo Pass, illustrate the geographic constraints on transportation in the district. The presence of Well Rd further indicates the critical nature of water management and access in this part of Pima County.