2014 Map of Tucson SW

About this map

Santa Cruz River drainage defines the western landscape of this portion of the Santa Cruz Valley, where modern water management and aviation dominate the desert floor. In the northern reaches, the sprawling footprint of the Tucson International Airport and its complex network of support roads like E Aero Park Blvd and E Airport Dr highlight the area's role as a regional transportation hub. The Central Arizona Project Aqueduct cuts through the southwestern corner, illustrating the engineered infrastructure required to support the growing populations of Tucson and Sahuarita. Between these larger hubs, the smaller settlement of Summit sits near the intersection of S Nogales Hwy and several residential streets. Elevations rise slightly at Martinez Hill, providing a topographic contrast to the otherwise steady grades of the valley floor.