2018 Map of Sacaton Butte

About this map

The growing desert community of Maricopa centers this 2018 survey, showcasing a grid of modern residential streets such as Velazquez Dr and Picasso St expanding into the arid landscape. The terrain is defined by the ephemeral courses of Santa Cruz Wash and Santa Rosa Wash, which traverse the flat valley floor toward the Sacaton Mountains in the southeast. Historical land use is evident in the network of tribal roads to the north, including Indian Rte 87 and Indian Rte 85, which connect the settlement of Casa Blanca to the surrounding region. The prominent landmark of Sacaton Butte stands as a distinct topographical feature in the eastern portion of the quadrangle. This map documents the transition of the area from open desert and tribal lands into a suburban hub, while maintaining the underlying drainage patterns that have shaped the Gila River Valley.