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2011 Map of Spanaway

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Spanaway
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Spanaway Lake serves as a central landmark for this part of Pierce County, with Enchanted Island and the Lake Spanaway Golf Course defining its northern shores. The landscape reflects a mix of suburban development and extensive military grounds, as a significant portion of the southern area is occupied by Fort Lewis. This military presence is underscored by the Thirteenth Division Prairie and the tactical road network including Perimeter Rd and Military Rd S.

Transitioning from the residential grids of Spanaway and Elk Plain, the geography opens into marshlands and creek systems. Waterways like Muck Creek, South Creek, and Spanaway Creek drain the prairie, while the Johnson Marsh Dam regulates local hydrology. The inclusion of Spanaway Airport and small crossroads like Loveland and Greendale provides a clear view of the transportation and settlement patterns in this region during the early 21st century.