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Central US 95, West US 6, and Central US 50 landscape and aesthetics corridor plan MAPEC5ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS

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Chapter One — Corridor Management and Background Inventory

VISUAL RESOURCES Viewsheds and Distance ZonesViewshed refers to all areas that are visible from a section of highway. Similar to the boundaries of a watershed, the boundaries of viewsheds are usu-ally high points in the landscape, such as ridges and hills. Viewsheds are determined by analyzing digital elevation models in a Geographic Information Sys-tems (GIS) program. All areas that are visible from the highway are combined to create the viewshed.

Areas within a viewshed are perceived by drivers with varying levels of detail. The detail that a driver perceives is related to the distance between the driver and the feature being observed. Distance zones, including fore-ground zones, middleground zones and background zones, define the traveler’s viewing distances. Distance zones are delineated through a process developed by the USFS that relates the detail and importance of dis-tance to the driver on the highway. Identifying the por-tions of a viewshed that are most frequently seen helps determine what portions of the landscape are most critical to establishing the highway’s visual character and what areas are most sensitive to change.

Foreground ZonesViewers can perceive details such as forms, lines and colors within a one quarter mile distance. Changes to the landscape are most significant within the fore-ground view because they are most immediate to the viewpoint. This zone can be easily manipulated through the Landscape and Aesthetic Program, in part because it includes the highway right-of-way.

Middleground ZonesViewers can perceive details such as forms, lines, and colors in masses located from one quarter mile to three miles away.

Background ZonesBackground is the area beyond the middleground, extending to the horizon or limit of the area that is seen. For this Corridor Plan, the background ex-tends up to 25 miles from the centerline of the highway. Viewers can perceive broad forms, lines, wide valleys, distant hills, and mountains.

Viewshed and Distance Zones MappingViewsheds and Distance zones along the corridor are shown on the maps beginning on page 1.30. This analysis sets the foundation for visual quality man-agement along the corridor. Darker shading denotes an area that can be seen most often from points on the highway. These areas usually coincide with land-scapes of high visual quality and scenic values such as mountain ranges. Management of these areas through multi-jurisdictional cooperation can protect them from billboards and other land uses that ob-struct views and detract from the travel experience. Scenic ResourcesThe corridor passes through vast open stretches of the state. Expansive valleys create a distant backdrop for the wild and rugged landscape that

characterizes much of Nevada. High mountain passes, agricultural valleys, and vast desert playas combine to create a memorable impression for visitors and creates an indelible sense of identity for those who live in the region.

Visual AnalysisA visual analysis was conducted along the corridor to evaluate the viewsheds and rank them relative to their quality. Scenic resources were identified and highly visible landforms, such as mountain ranges and unique cliffs, were located. Verified through site visits, the visual analysis is shown on Maps VA1-VA6. Areas of highest scenic value include:

• Queen Valley located at the California border on US 6 consists of an open valley bounded by striking mountains.

• Boundary Peak, the highest peak in Nevada, can be seen from Coaldale Junction. The el-evation change is marked by the transition of vegetation from sage to pinyon pine and junipers.

• Unique rock outcroppings and topography change create visual interest just outside of Tonopah.

• Walker Lake lies adjacent to US 95 and pro-vides scenic interest in contrast to the sur-rounding arid landscape.

• Sand Mountain is located on US 50 east of Fallon. The sand dune intrigues the trav-eler as it glistens in the distance.

• The Carson River and Walker River parallel and cross under the highways in various ar-eas. Locations, such as north of Yerington, are unique and provide visual interest and shade because of the tree canopy.

• Historic towns like Goldfield and Tonopah contain attractive buildings. Historic build-ings and elements enhance the scenic qual-ity of communities.

(4) Background zones extend to the limit of area that is seen. Viewers perceive broad forms, wide valleys, and distant mountains.

(2) Viewers perceive details such as forms, lines, and color in the foreground zone. This zone, located up to a 1/4 mile distance from the road, is the most easily manipulated because it includes the highway right-of-way.

(3) Middleground zones extend from 1/4 mile to 3 miles from the highway. Forms, lines, and color are perceived in masses. Potential development and signage impact these areas.

SECTION THREE: Background Inventory

(1) This illustration describes the concept of a viewshed and how a viewshed analysis is conducted.

Area of landscape seen from one viewpoint.

Area of landscape seen from two viewpoints.

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VISUAL ANALYSISUS 95: COALDALE JUNCTION TO US 94/ALT 95 INTERSECTION

MAPVA3

95

90

0

5

10

15

55

50

4540

35

3025

201510510

5

45

40

5

20

3035

40

55

60

65

70

75

80

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Playas



0 4 8 16




HIGH VISUAL QUALITY


City Boundary




SR 3

61

SR 338

SR 208

SR 2

08

SR 3

39

Mineral County

Nye County

WalkerLake

Wassuk Range

East Walker River

Agai Pah Hills

Gabbs Valley

hawthorne

Yerington

Walker Lake

Mineral County

Lyon County

US 95

US 95

ALT 95

Pete Henrichs Rd

Bridge St

Walker Road

SR 3

59

Gillis Range

Soda SpringValley

Stewart Valley

Mina

Luning

Walker River

GabbsSR 844

Ione

Poleline Rd

Smith

Wellington

Lyon County

Douglas County

NevadaCalifornia

Pine Grove Hills

Min

eral

County

Esm

erald

a County

Kibby Flat

Big

Smok

ey V

alle

y

Excelsior Mountains

Monte Cristo Range

Columbus Salt Marsh


Coaldale Junction

US 95

US 6

Tonopah Junction

Ione Valley

Toiy

abe

Rang

e

SR 376

Blair Junction

SR 3

60

Shos

hone

Mou

ntai

ns

CONTINUE ON MAP VA4

CONTINUE ON MAP VA2

Cottonw

ood Creek

Pilot Mountains

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Playas



0 4 8 16




HIGH VISUAL QUALITY


City Boundary




CountyCounty

County Line

5 6

Lyon

Cou

nty

Stor

ey C

ount

y

Agai Pah Hills

Mineral County

Walker River

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Playas



0 2.5 5 10




HIGH VISUAL QUALITY


City Boundary




CountyCounty

County Line

5 6

CON

SULT

AN

T TE

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VISUAL ANALYSISUS 95: SCHURZ TO FALLON, ALT 95: SCHURZ TO SILVER SPRINGS, AND US 50

MAPVA4

30

25

20

15

15

20

25

30

35

5

10 50

55 0

5

15 20

25

35

40

30

25

20

15

10

5 0 10

5

85

90

0

0

5

10

12

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Playas



0 2.5 5 10




HIGH VISUAL QUALITY


City Boundary




Big

Smok

ey V

alle

y

Toiy

abe

Rang

e

Shos

hone

Mou

ntai

ns

Cottonw

ood Creek

Salt W

ells Basin

Carson Lake

BassFlat


Reservoir

Fourmile Flat

fallon

Salt Wells

Frenchman

Stillwater

US 50

US 50

US 95

SR 117 SR 118

SR 8

39

SR 119 Still

wate

r Range

Sutro

LahontanReservoir

Churchill Valley

Desert Mountains

Carson River

silver springs

Stagecoach

Weeks

Ragtown

Lyon

Cou

nty

Stor

ey C

ount

y

ALT 95

ALT 95

US 50

US 50

union pacific rr

ALT 50


CALIFORNIA HUMBOLDT

HISTORIC TRAIL


BID

WEL

L H

ISTO

RIC

TRA

IL

Fernley City Limits

SR 2

08

SR 3

39

Agai Pah Hills

Weber Reservoir

MasonButte

Artesia Lake

Rawhide Flats

Gabbs Valley

yerington

Schurz

WeedHeights

Mineral County

Churchill CountyLyon County

ALT 95

US 95

Pete Henrichs Rd

virginia city

Gold Hill

Lyon County

Douglas County

CONTINUE ON MAP VA3

CONTINUE ON MAP VA5

CO

NTI

NU

E O

N M

AP

VA6

Wabuska

Walker River

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VISUAL ANALYSIS


Playas



0 2.5 5 10




HIGH VISUAL QUALITY


City Boundary




CountyCounty

County Line

5 6

Gabbs BasicBrucite

Goldyke

SR 844


NSU

LTA

NT

TEA

M

1.40



VISUAL ANALYSISUS 95: FALLON TO I-80, US 50: DAYTON TO FALLON, ALT 95: WEEKS TO FERNLEY, AND ALT 50

MAPVA5

55

50

45

40

35

30

25

20

15

15

20

25

30

35

5

10

50

55

0 1

5

0

5

15

20 25

35

40

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VISUAL ANALYSIS


Playas



0 2.5 5 10




HIGH VISUAL QUALITY


City Boundary




Sutro

LahontanReservoir

Carson River

Sheckler Reservoir


Misfits Flat

silver springs

Weeks

Ragtown

fernley

Lyon CountyStorey County US 50

US 50

ALT 50

US 50

US 95

SR 119

SR 117


Fernley City Limits

Salt Wells Basin

Harmon Reservoir

StillwaterMarsh

fallon

Salt Wells

Stillwater

US 95

Hot Sp

rings M

ountains

Jessup Miriam

CALI

FORN

IA H

UM

BOLD

T

HIS

TORI

C TR

AIL



I-80

WalkerLake

CarsonLake

CarsonSink

ALT

95

CONTINUE ON MAP VA4

CO

NTI

NU

E O

N M

AP

VA6

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Playas

Central US 95, West US 6, and Central US 50 Corridor with Mile Markers InterstatesHighways / State RoutesMajor RoadsRailroads


0 2.5 5 10




HIGH VISUAL QUALITY


City Boundary




CountyCounty

County Line

5 6

New

Pass Range

Churchill County

Lander County

CON

SULT

AN

T TE

AM DESIGN WORKSHOP




VISUAL ANALYSISUS 50: CHURCHILL COUNTY MM 25 TO NEW PASS SUMMIT

MAPVA6

30

35

40

45

50 5560

65 70

75

80

85

90

95

100105C

ON

TIN

UE

ON

MA

P VA

5

Hot Sp

rings M

ountains

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VISUAL ANALYSIS


Playas



0 2.5 5 10




HIGH VISUAL QUALITY


City Boundary




CountyCounty

County Line

5 6

SmithLake


Clan

Alp

ine

Mou

ntai

ns

Smit

h Cr

eek

Valle

y

New

Pass Range

Cold Springs

Eastgate

Middlegate

New PassSummit

Churchill County

US 50

FrenchmanSR 722

SR 3

61

Lander County


Des

atoy

a M

ount

ains

SR 1

21

Dixie Valley

Stillw

ater R

ange

LabouFlat

SR 839

FourmileFlat

StillwaterMarsh

Salt Wells

TurupahFlat

Cacoon Mountains

CarsonSink

US 50

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