2014 Map of Ligurta

About this map

Ligurta and Wellton anchor the transition between desert basin and mountain pass in this Southwest landscape. The Gila River winds through the northern reaches, supporting agriculture in Dome Valley and necessitating infrastructure like N Gila Levee Rd and S Gila Levee Rd. To the west, the steep rise of the Gila Mountains is pierced by Telegraph Pass, a critical corridor for modern transportation and historical movement. To the northeast, the Muggins Mountains dominate the horizon, featuring Muggins Peak and Long Mtn. This geography illustrates the vital connection between water and travel in the arid Yuma Desert, where the Old US-80 alignment and newer interstate routes parallel the ancient river course. The map details the grid-like expansion of Fortuna Foothills as it encroaches upon the alluvial fans and desert washes like Twin Tanks Wash.