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2018 Map of Washoe City

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Washoe City
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Washoe Valley defines the geography of this corridor between the Sierra Nevada and the Virginia Range, where historic communities and natural springs shaped the early development of the region. The map captures the distinct layouts of Washoe City and New Washoe City, separated by the northern reaches of the valley's wetlands and Steamboat Creek. Along the western edge, the slopes of the Toiyabe National Forest give rise to numerous drainages including Ophir Cr and Galena Cr, which historically supported timber and mining operations for the nearby Comstock Lode.

Genealogists will find notable burial sites such as the Franktown Cem and Whispering Pines Cem, which serve as markers for the area's pioneer families. The presence of Bowers Mansion Hot Spring and the settlement at Franktown reflect the valley's long-standing role as a recreational and agricultural retreat. The landscape is further marked by the Big Ditch and the transition from the Steamboat Hills to the valley floor, illustrating the complex water management required in this arid environment.