2014 Map of Columbia Point

About this map

Richland and Pasco meet at the confluence of the Columbia River, showcasing the modern suburban expansion and industrial infrastructure of the Tri-Cities region in the early 21st century. The map illustrates a landscape transitioning from the irrigated agricultural lands of the north, marked by the Pasco Pump Lateral Canal, to the dense residential developments and commercial corridors in the south. The southern portion of the sheet is dominated by the intricate road networks around Columbia Point and the prominent BNSF Railway corridor that serves the region's commerce. The contrast between the rugged natural depression of Esquatzel Coulee in the east and the precisely planned neighborhoods along Sandifur Pkwy and Chapel Hill Blvd highlights the significant human reshaping of the high desert environment to accommodate rapid urban growth.