2021 Map of Pima Butte

About this map

Maricopa Wells and Sacate serve as central points in this landscape where the desert floor meets essential water management systems. The confluence of natural drainage and human engineering is evident through the path of the Gila River and the extensive network of washes, including Santa Cruz Wash and Vekol Wash. The inclusion of the Hoover Ditch and Santa Cruz Ditch reveals the critical role of irrigation in supporting the local agricultural economy, specifically around Lone Butte Ranch. Dominated by the prominent elevation of Pima Butte in the southeast, the terrain transitions from the seasonal flow of desert washes to the organized grid of desert roads and early infrastructure like Beltline Rd. This map captures a modern view of a region defined by its reliance on the scarce water resources of the Dry Reservoir and the historical importance of the Wells.