Truckee Meadows(Reno, Sparks and Washoe County) Urban Tree Canopy Assessment
The Truckee Meadows Urban Canopy Assessment was funded through an American Reivestment and Recover Act grant, that was passed to Nevada Division of Forestry from the U.S. Forest Service.
SUMMARY
With just under 5% regional tree canopy cover, it is apparent that the urban forest of the Truckee Meadows is in its infancy but that development patterns are adding trees and canopy cover to the area. Trees from new development, good tree care, and other tree planting will be needed to substantially increase canopy cover and associated ecological and economic benefits. This study provides many opportunities for education, management and planning. With residential areas comprising the majority of canopy, educating on the benefits of urban trees will be a cost-effective means to advancing urban forestry. As in other urbanized areas, trees are a fabric of the community in the Truckee Meadows and can thrive with proper planning, management, education and advocacy.
REPORTS
Truckee Meadow Urban Canopy Assessment Summary Fact Sheet
Complete Urban Canopy Report (22MB) for entire Area of Interest
City of Reno Land use Analysis Summary
City of Sparks Land Use Analysis Summary
City of Sparks Scenario Summary
University of Nevada-Reno Canopy Analysis
Washoe County Land Use Analysis Summary
Washoe County Scenario Summary
Interactive PDF Maps (Very Large Files)
Truckee Meadows Study Area Urban Tree Canopy
Truckee Meadows Study Area Possible Planting Areas
Truckee Meadows Study Area Land Cover
City of Reno Urban Tree Canopy
City of Reno Possible Planting Areas
City of Reno Neighborhood Advisory Board (NABs) Urban Tree Canopy
City of Sparks Urban Tree Canopy
City of Sparks Possible Planting Area
City of Sparks Wards Urban Tree Canopy
For more inf0rmation regarding the project, please contact:
John Watermolen
Forest Stewardship and GIS Coordinator
2478 Fairview Drive Carson City, Nevada 89701
775-684-2530
Fax: 775-684-2571
