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2011 Map of Mesa

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Mesa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Mesa's urban grid and residential expansion dominate the landscape in the early 21st century, revealing a complex network of subdivisions and water management. The northern reaches are defined by the Salt River and the Southern Canal, where older agricultural footprints like the University of Arizona Experimental Farm persist alongside newer developments. Communities such as Lehi, Marysville, and Hohokam Village illustrate the area's diverse settlement history, while aviation landmarks including J S J Airport and Ross Airport highlight the region's infrastructure.

A notable characteristic of this era is the extensive integration of water retention basins within residential tracts, seen in labels like Old West Valley Subdivision Water Retention Basin and Meadows Subdivision Water Retention Basin. These engineering features are interwoven with established community anchors like Mesa Cemetery and the Fiesta Mall, reflecting the transition from traditional desert irrigation to modern suburban storm-water management.