2015 Map of Steamboat

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Reno expands into the southeastern foothills of the Virginia Range in this modern survey, where suburban development meets the steep, drainage-cut slopes of the Great Basin. The landscape is defined by the transition from the relatively flat Truckee Meadows to the high desert peaks, most notably at Castle Peak and Washington Hill. This area is historically significant for its geothermal activity and water resources, evidenced by a dense concentration of thermal features such as Steamboat Springs, Reno Hot Springs, and Alum Spring. The built environment shows a sophisticated network of modern thoroughfares like S McCarran Blvd and Veterans Pky alongside older water management infrastructure like Crane Ditch. To the southeast, the residential enclave of Virginia City Highlands sits near the Washoe and Storey county line, serving as a gateway toward the historic Comstock region via the winding Geiger DH Lookout Point.