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2021 Map of Sil Nakya

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

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Sil Nakya is the central settlement in this desert landscape, situated at the intersection of several geographical transitions in Pima County. The community is positioned near the Sil Nakya Pass, a natural corridor between the Sil Nakya Hills and the northern reaches of the Comobari Mountains. This topographical layout suggests a long-standing reliance on these natural gaps for travel through the arid region, with Indian Rte 34 serving as the modern primary artery connecting the valley floors.

The hydrological character of the area is defined by the ephemeral Sil Nakya Wash, which drains through the Sil Nakya Valley and into Pipyak Valley. To the south, the terrain rises significantly toward peaks like Mt Devine and the feature known as Edo-Hugkam Swadag. This survey provides a precise modern view of the relationship between small-scale habitation and the expansive, complex landforms of the Sonoran Desert.