2012 Map of Van Nuys

About this map

Van Nuys Airport dominates the northwestern reaches of this San Fernando Valley landscape, serving as a focal point for the dense residential and industrial grid. The map illustrates a highly developed suburban corridor where established neighborhoods like Panorama City and Sherman Oaks are knit together by major thoroughfares such as Ventura Blvd. To the south, the terrain shifts abruptly as the flat valley floor meets the northern slopes of the Santa Monica Mountains, marked by the winding path of Mulholland Dr and deep-cut features like Fryman Canyon. This 2012 survey captures the area's intricate water management system, including the channelized Los Angeles River and its tributaries like Pacoima Wash and Tujunga Wash. Cultural and media landmarks are prominent, from the sprawling grounds of CBS Studios in Studio City to the American Jewish University overlooking the valley, reflecting the diverse institutional footprint of Los Angeles.