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2010 Map of Nashville West

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Nashville West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Cumberland River curves through this 2010 landscape, shaping the geography from the deep bend at Hardins Bend to the industrial and civic heart of the city. The map captures a dense educational and institutional corridor, anchored by the expansive grounds of Vanderbatim University and Fisk University. Evidence of the city's growth and historical layers is visible in the numerous cemeteries and public spaces, including the Hills of Calvary Cemetery and the significant Potters Field near the riverbanks.

Transport infrastructure dominates the eastern half, where complex interchanges meet historical crossings like the Victory Memorial Bridge and Woodland Street Bridge. Strategic heights such as Capitol Hill and Saint Cloud Hill provide topographic context to the urban grid. For researchers, the map also identifies specific local hubs like West Nashville Junction and the Village at Vanderbilt, alongside specialized facilities like the Clinical Laboratories Airport.