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1980 Map of Patrick

Name: 1980 Topographic Map of Patrick
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

The Truckee River carves a narrow industrial and transportation corridor through the high desert between the Pah Rah Range and the Virginia Range. By the early 1980s, this rugged landscape in Washoe and Storey Counties was anchored by heavy infrastructure, including the Tracy Powerplant, its associated Tracy Pond, and a Gaging Station. The Southern Pacific railroad follows the river's bend, serving as the primary lifeline through the canyon alongside early ranching outposts like 102 Ranch and the small settlement at Patrick.

Evidence of the region's geological utility is seen in the Gravel Pit operations near the riverbanks. Named landmarks such as Chalk Bluff and Giants Throne overlook the valley, while more remote sites like Old Lonesome and Hafed suggest a history of isolated homesteading and trackside stops. The presence of a Pipeline and numerous Jeep Trails further illustrate how mid-century energy and exploration needs were superimposed onto this arid terrain.