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2018 Map of Yuma East

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Yuma East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Sierra Prieta and the expansive Yuma Desert define the arid surroundings of this Arizona-California borderland. The landscape is a study in hydraulic engineering, where the Colorado River and Gila River meet amidst an intricate network of irrigation infrastructure, including the S Gila Valley-Main Canal and the Osage Canal. These waterways support the agricultural pockets of the South Gila Valley and North Gila Valley, contrasting with the concentrated development of Yuma.

Notable landmarks reflect the city's multifaceted history, from the historic prominence of Prison Hill to the modern operations at the Yuma Marine Corps Air Station/Yuma International Airport. Residential growth is evident in areas like Yuma Mesa and El Prado Estates, while sites such as the Yuma City Cem and Yuma Mineral Spring provide specific points of interest for local historians and genealogists tracing the community's evolution near the state line.