2013 Map of Yakima West

About this map

Yakima and its western outskirts are defined by an intricate network of irrigation and water management, visible in the many channels branching from the Naches River. Waterways like the Union Canal, Congdon Canal, and the Naches and Cowiche Ditch crisscross the valley, supporting a legacy of agriculture evident in the surrounding Johnson Orchards, Congdon Orchards, and Vannieck Orchards. This 2013 survey illustrates the convergence of urban development and commercial agriculture, where residential neighborhoods in West Valley and Fruitvale transition into the steep slopes of Ahtanum Ridge and Naches Heights. The map also details essential community infrastructure, from the Regional Airport to institutional landmarks like the Yakima Valley Community College and several local burial grounds including Calvary Cem and Tahoma Cem.