2018 Map of Derby Dam

About this map

Derby Dam serves as a critical focal point along the Truckee River on the border of Washoe and Storey counties. The landscape here is defined by the sharp contrast between the irrigated corridor near the water and the arid elevations of the Virginia Range. Small settlements and railroad stops like Clark and Thisby trace the river valley, following the historic transportation routes through this part of Nevada. The presence of Canal Rd following the northern bank of the river highlights the complex water management systems essential to the region's development. Further south, the topography transitions into the steep drainages of Post Canyon, illustrating the high-desert character of the surrounding basin and range geography.