This document serves as a cartographic record of the urban layout and topographical features of the Dammam, Al Khubar, and Adh Dhahran metropolitan areas as they existed in 1981. Prepared by Hussein Hamza Bindagji with cartographic production by Oxford University Press, the work provides a standardized visual reference for the region's infrastructure and terrain. It utilizes contour lines and spot heights to communicate elevation data, offering a snapshot of the urban development in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia during the early 1980s.

Experts and historians view this map as a foundational document for understanding the rapid urban expansion of the Saudi Eastern Province during the late 20th century. Researchers frequently utilize this text to analyze historical land use and infrastructure development patterns in the region.