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2014 Map of White Tank Mountains NE

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of White Tank Mountains NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The White Tank Mountains define the southern half of this landscape, where the rugged slopes meet the expanding suburban footprint of the northwest Phoenix valley. Modern development in Buckeye is visible along the western edge, featuring a structured network of residential streets such as W Beardsley Pky and W Desert Vista Blvd. A critical piece of desert infrastructure, the Central Arizona Project Aqueduct, cuts diagonally across the central sections, illustrating the managed water system essential for growth in this arid region.

Natural drainage patterns are marked by Trilby Wash and Iona Wash, which weave through the flats north of the mountains. The road network reflects a transitional period, with long-established thoroughfares like W Sun Valley Pkwy providing access to newer subdivisions, while names like W Tip Top Mine Rd hint at the area's earlier prospecting history. This survey documents the intersection of high-desert terrain and 21st-century residential expansion.