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1980 Map of Reno

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

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Pyramid Lake and its surrounding desert basins dominate this topographic survey, revealing the complex water and transport systems of western Nevada. The Truckee River carves a vital path through the mountains, serving as the corridor for the Southern Pacific railroad and major highways that link Reno and Sparks to the eastern desert flats. This era shows significant suburban development in Sun Valley and Lemmon Valley, contrasted against the vast lands of the Pyramid Lake Indian Reservation and the industrial activity at sites like the Celatom Mine.

Resource extraction and aviation infrastructure are prominent, with the Reno-Stead Airport in the north and the Reno International Airport in the south serving as regional hubs. Local history is preserved at the Mountain View Cem and numerous named summits like Peavine Peak. The map captures the transition from the dense urban grid of the Truckee Meadows to the high-desert landscapes of the Pah Rah Range and Virginia Mountains.