Overview
The Colorado River flows past Yuma, forming the border with California. Its water irrigates the farms that make Yuma a center of winter vegetable growing.
History
The Yuma Crossing was a key river crossing for travelers and the military in the 1800s. The Ocean-to-Ocean Bridge over the river opened in 1915.
Today
Irrigated farms produce much of the nation's winter lettuce, with seasonal peaks in agricultural work.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.