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2021 Map of Vainom Kug

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Vainom Kug
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Vainom Kug and surrounding settlements like Sikul Himatk and Kaihon Kug define this desert landscape within the Gu Oidak Valley. The terrain is shaped by ephemeral drainage systems, most notably the Sikul Himatk Wash and San Luis Wash, which underscore the importance of water management in this arid region of Pima County. Man-made catchments such as Francis Tank, Havana Tank, and Nolia Tank are scattered across the landscape, serving as vital infrastructure for local life and livestock.

The western edge of the area is marked by the rising elevation of Ben Nevis Mtn, providing a stark topographic contrast to the valley floor. Transportation through this part of the Sonoran Desert is facilitated by Indian Rte 232 and Indian Rte 26, which connect the small clusters of homes and community centers. The map preserves the 2021 arrangement of these rural Tohono O'odham Nation communities, showing their spatial relationship to the natural landforms and seasonal watercourses.