2018 Map of Tucson SW

About this map

The Santa Cruz River and the Central Arizona Project Aqueduct define the hydrological landscape of this region south of Tucson. The map documents a significant intersection of infrastructure and desert terrain, dominated by the expansive Tucson International Airport in the northern half. To the west, Martinez Hill rises above the Santa Cruz Valley, a prominent landform overlooking the riverbed. Settlement patterns are focused around the community of Summit and extend south toward the northern edge of Sahuarita. The road network, including E Hughes Access Rd and S Raytheon Pw, highlights the industrial and aerospace significance of the corridor surrounding the airport. Residential growth is visible through a grid of local roads like E Summit St and E Singing Cactus Ln, showcasing the transition from open desert to suburban development.