1996 Map of Tucson

About this map

Tucson expands across the high desert floor in the late 1990s, anchored by the sprawling University of Arizona campus and the industrial corridors of the Southern Pacific railroad. The map captures a complex urban landscape where traditional neighborhoods like the Old Pascua-Yaqui Indian Village and the independent enclave of South Tucson meet modern commercial hubs like El Con Mall. To the east, the massive footprint of the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base dominates the terrain, while the city's southern reaches are defined by the Tucson International Airport and the settlement at Emery Park. The ephemeral Santa Cruz River and several drainage washes, including Julian Wash and Rodeo Wash, provide a topographical framework for the city's grid, illustrating the hydrological management essential to this desert metropolitan area.