2014 Map of Sentinel Peak

About this map

Sentinel Peak rises as the prominent topographic landmark in this arid stretch of the Arizona desert during the early twenty-first century. The northern edge of the map follows the course of the Gila River, a vital water source that has historically dictated the settlement and movement patterns of the region. Transportation across the landscape is limited to primary corridors like S Agua Caliente Rd and W Oatman Rd, which cut through the vast public land survey sections. Small, localized water catchments like Kennedy Tank serve as critical points for cattle and wildlife in an otherwise dry environment. The map details the transition from the river valley into the higher, desert-scrub terrain, reflecting the sparse but functional infrastructure of Maricopa County's remote southwestern reaches.