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2021 Map of Otay Mesa

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Otay Mesa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Otay Mesa serves as a critical point of intersection between the urban expansion of southern San Diego and the international border with Mexico. This 2021 survey illustrates a complex landscape where residential subdivisions in Chula Vista meet industrial zones and the sprawling Brown Field Municipal Airport. The southern edge of the map is defined by the United States and Mexico border, emphasizing the geopolitical significance of the region.

Natural topography provides a stark contrast to the modern grid of streets like La Media Rd and Eastlake Pkwy. The Otay River winds through the Otay Valley, eventually leading to the Lower Otay Lake and its distinctive Buschalaugh Cove. To the east, the terrain rises into the San Ysidro Mountains, while the Tijuana River traverses the lower portion of the map, illustrating the hydrological connections that define this binational corridor.