2011 Map of Hyder

About this map

Hyder and the nearby settlement of Camel stand within a desert landscape defined by ephemeral drainages in Yuma County. The area is intersected by a grid of agricultural and desert tracks, including several named for regional history and travel routes such as Butterfield Rd and W Butterfield Stage Rd. These roads suggest the enduring path of historic transit corridors across the arid flats. To the southwest, the Agua Caliente Mountains rise from the basin floor, providing a stark topographical contrast to the surrounding washes. The drainage system is dominated by the sprawling reaches of Columbus Wash, Nottbusch Wash, and Copper Wash, which channel seasonal runoff through the valley. This 2011 survey documents the intersection of rural infrastructure and natural geographic features at a time of continued desert habitation.