2018 Map of West of Avra

About this map

Avra Valley defines this portion of Pima County, showing a desert landscape marked by a grid of rural roads and water management features in the late 2010s. The settlement of Picture Rocks sits on the eastern edge of the map, adjacent to the prominent China Draw. A significant modern engineering feature, the Central Arizona Project Aqueduct, cuts north to south through the valley, highlighting the critical role of water infrastructure in the arid Arizona interior. The natural drainage of the region is characterized by ephemeral watercourses like Brawley Wash and Blanco Wash, which weave through the townships. Notable local landmarks such as BK Tank and thoroughfares like W Avra Valley Rd provide essential reference points for researchers studying the contemporary land use and settlement patterns of this desert basin.