Yuma County, Administrative division in southwestern Arizona, United States.
Yuma County spans across desert landscapes and agricultural zones, featuring the Colorado River that provides water resources for local farming operations.
Founded in 1864, Yuma County emerged as a critical transportation route during the westward expansion, connecting pioneers through the Colorado River crossing.
The county celebrates its multicultural heritage through festivals and events that highlight Native American, Mexican, and Anglo-American traditions throughout the year.
Yuma County government offices provide essential services including development planning, public health programs, and resource management for over 200,000 residents.
The region maintains its position as a primary producer of winter vegetables in the United States through advanced irrigation systems and year-round growing conditions.
Location: Arizona
Inception: November 9, 1864
Capital city: Yuma
Shares border with: La Paz County, Maricopa County, Mexicali Municipality, San Luis Río Colorado, General Plutarco Elías Calles, Imperial County, Pima County
Website: https://yumacountyaz.gov
GPS coordinates: 32.78694,-113.98278
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:54
Yuma Territorial Prison
59.5 km
All-American Canal
46.9 km
Kofa National Wildlife Refuge
51.2 km
Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge
79.9 km
Desert Sun Stadium
62.7 km
Ocean To Ocean Bridge
59.6 km
McPhaul Suspension Bridge
41.2 km
Yuma Crossing
59.6 km
Pilot Knob
72.1 km
Picacho State Recreation Area
64.3 km
Cibola National Wildlife Refuge
88.1 km
Yuma Quartermaster Depot State Historic Park
60.7 km
Imperial National Wildlife Refuge
74.2 km
Little Picacho Wilderness
57.4 km
Imperial Reservoir
46.6 km
Cabeza Prieta Wilderness
78.3 km
Mission Puerto de Purísima Concepción
59.6 km
Eagletail Mountains Wilderness
91.4 km
Brown House
60.1 km
Muggins Mountain Wilderness
25.6 km
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
60.3 km
United States Post Office–Yuma Main
59.8 km
Masonic Temple
60.2 km
Methodist Episcopal Church
60.1 km
Trigo Mountains Wilderness
74.1 km
Blaisdell Slow Sand Filter Washing Machine
59.7 km
Southern Pacific Railroad Passenger Coach Car-S.P. X7
60.2 km
Ortiz House
60.1 kmReviews
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