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2018 Map of National City

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of National City
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

National City and the surrounding South Bay region are characterized by a dense grid of residential neighborhoods and a significant concentration of historical cemeteries and memorial parks. Large sites such as Mount Hope Cem, Greenwood Cem, and the Cypress View Mausoleum occupy prominent positions in the landscape, providing essential touchpoints for genealogical research. The terrain is defined by the winding course of the Sweetwater River, which flows toward the San Diego Bay through the Sweetwater Marsh, a distinct natural area near Gunpowder Point.

Upland developments like Encanto, Lemon Grove, and Bonita are connected by a complex network of modern thoroughfares, including Interstate 805 and California 54. The eastern portion of the map is dominated by the Sweetwater Reservoir and the rising elevation of Dictionary Hill, contrasting the industrial and maritime character of the coastline with the suburban expansion into the local canyons and valleys.