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2014 Map of Tempe

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Tempe
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Arizona State University serves as a central anchor in this densely developed 2014 landscape where the borders of Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, and Mesa converge. The terrain is defined by dramatic geological features like Papago Buttes, Barnes Butte, and the iconic Hole in the Rock. This survey details an extensive network of water management infrastructure, including the Arizona Canal, Grand Canal, and Western Canal, which transformed the arid Salt River Valley into a thriving metropolitan center.

Local history and genealogy are well-represented through numerous burial grounds such as Saint Francis Cemetery and the Tempe Double Butte Cemetery. Landmark locations like the Governor Hunt Tomb and Tovrea stand alongside modern residential developments like McClintock Manor and The Lakes. The map also traces the complex intersections of Tempe Junction and Normal Junction, reflecting the area's role as a major regional transportation and education hub.