1996 Map of Topawa

About this map

The Tohono O'odham Indian Reservation dominates this desert landscape, centering on the settlement of Topawa. This community serves as a focal point for the region, housing the San Solano Mission and the Indian Oasis Sch. The topography is defined by the Artesa Mountains and the heights of Burro Mtn, which overlook the broad drainage of the Baboquivari Valley. A network of ephemeral waterways, including Fresnal Wash, Baboquivari Wash, and Topawa Wash, indicates the seasonal hydrological patterns of the Sonoran Desert. Infrastructure in this arid environment is highlighted by essential water sources like Topawa Well, along with various Water Tanks and a Well scattered across the valley floor. The map also records localized land use, such as a Borrow Pit and a Cem, providing evidence of community development and resources during the mid-to-late 1990s.