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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 1980 survey, illustrating the convergence of high-desert water resources and urban expansion. The urban corridor of Reno and Sparks is shown in detail, showing the importance of the Truckee River and the dual presence of the Southern Pacific and Western Pacific railroads. The map highlights the vast Pyramid Lake Indian Reservation, containing landmark features like The Pyramid and Anaho Island.

Beyond the city centers, the landscape is defined by wide valleys such as Warm Springs Valley and the Pah Rah Range. Small settlements and transit points like Sutcliffe, Nixon, and Fernley dot the periphery, while infrastructure like the Reno-Stead Airport and various Gravel Pits indicate the regional industrial activity of the late 20th century. This document provides a clear look at the transition from concentrated urban living to the open rangelands of the Virginia Range.