Warragamba 9030-3S Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Topographic Mapping | Warragamba Dam, Lake Burragorang, Warragamba River, Silverdale, Nepean River & Blue Mountains Foothills | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Dramatic River Gorges and Landscapes of Warragamba

Discover the spectacular sandstone gorges, forested hills and important waterways of Western Sydney and the lower Blue Mountains with the Warragamba 9030-3S Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Warragamba and surrounding country southwest of Penrith, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for bushwalkers, environmental professionals, rural landowners, surveyors, engineers, catchment managers and emergency services.

The Warragamba region occupies a distinctive landscape where the Warragamba River, Nepean River and rugged sandstone country of the Blue Mountains foothills meet the rural outskirts of Greater Sydney.

The surrounding terrain combines steep river gorges, forested ridgelines, rocky escarpments, rural properties and established townships. Its significant changes in elevation make detailed topographic mapping particularly useful for understanding the landscape.

The map provides geographical coverage relevant to Warragamba, Warragamba Dam, the Warragamba River and surrounding rural districts, with Silverdale, Wallacia, Lake Burragorang and the Nepean River providing important geographical context.

The magnificent Warragamba Dam is the defining landmark of the district.

Completed in 1960, this immense concrete dam rises approximately 142 metres above its foundations and forms one of Australia's most important water supply structures.

The dam impounds Lake Burragorang, a vast reservoir occupying the former Burragorang Valley and supplying approximately 80% of Greater Sydney's drinking water.

The lake extends into rugged sandstone country, where numerous river valleys and tributaries contribute to a catchment covering approximately 9,000 square kilometres.

The Wollondilly and Coxs rivers are major contributors to the reservoir, carrying water from the Southern Tablelands and Blue Mountains towards Warragamba Dam.

Below the dam, the Warragamba River flows through a narrow valley before joining the Nepean River near Wallacia.

The surrounding river corridors, steep slopes and rocky formations illustrate the powerful geological processes that have shaped this part of the Sydney Basin.

Nearby, the townships of Warragamba and Silverdale occupy elevated country overlooking the river valleys, surrounded by rural properties, native woodland and expanding residential areas.

To the south and west, Burragorang State Conservation Area protects important waterways, forested landscapes and habitats associated with Sydney's drinking water catchment.

The nearby Blue Mountains National Park also protects extensive sandstone landscapes, eucalyptus forests and important natural catchments.

These environments support diverse native wildlife while forming part of the wider Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area.

The region is particularly significant for water resource management, flood planning, catchment protection and environmental monitoring.

The contrast between developed townships, rural valleys, protected bushland and major water infrastructure makes the Warragamba district an excellent example of the relationship between geography and human settlement.

At a scale of 1:25,000 (1cm = 250 metres), the map provides the detail needed to interpret contours, identify waterways, recognise ridgelines and examine roads and access routes.

Whether you're studying Warragamba Dam, investigating the Nepean River catchment, managing rural property or undertaking professional fieldwork, this map provides an excellent geographical reference.

Professionally printed by Mapworld and available in paper, waterproof DuPont™ Tyvek® and laminated finishes.

🗺️ Map Content & Features

The Warragamba topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing sandstone gorges, steep river valleys, forested ridgelines, rocky slopes, spurs and gullies.

• Rivers & Waterways – Warragamba River, Nepean River, waterways associated with Lake Burragorang and local drainage systems.

• Roads & Tracks – Rural roads, township streets, property access routes and recorded management tracks where mapped.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected buildings, roads, bridges, Warragamba Dam infrastructure and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Native eucalypt woodland, sandstone escarpments, riverine vegetation, rural grasslands and forested hills.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Warragamba, named waterways, hills, ridgelines, valleys and surrounding geographical features.

• Grid References – Coordinates and geographical reference information for map-and-compass navigation, GPS interpretation and professional fieldwork.

🧭 Format & Material Options

To suit a range of field and display needs, this map is available in multiple durable and practical formats:

🧾 Standard Paper (Folded or Flat)

• Traditional option for lightweight use, archival storage, and indoor reference

• Suitable for framing, classrooms, or desktop use

💧 Waterproof / Tearproof Tyvek®

• Made from 100% polyethylene fibres, Tyvek® has the appearance of paper but is water-resistant, tear-resistant, and flexible

• Ideal for backpackers, bushwalkers, rangers, and search and rescue teams

• Can be folded or rolled repeatedly without damage

• Withstands snow, rain, mud, and UV exposure

🛡️ Laminated (Encapsulated)

• Fully sealed between two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate

• Dry-erase compatible: Write temporary notes with a whiteboard marker and wipe clean

• Use Mark-It-Dots to highlight key coordinates, routes, or activity zones

• Excellent for field planning, vehicle dashboards, workshops, classrooms, and incident control centres

📐 Map Specifications

🎯 Ideal For

• Bushwalkers & Nature Explorers – Detailed terrain information for understanding the forested hills, river valleys and permitted walking routes around Warragamba.

• Rural Landowners & Property Managers – Geographical reference for understanding property access, slopes, waterways, drainage patterns and surrounding terrain.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Mapping for river catchment assessments, vegetation surveys, water quality studies and conservation research.

• Water Resource & Catchment Managers – Geographical information for studying Warragamba's water supply catchment, drainage systems and surrounding landforms.

• Surveyors & Civil Engineers – Terrain and infrastructure information for preliminary site investigations, road planning, drainage assessments and professional fieldwork.

• Emergency Services – Geographical reference for flood response, bushfire planning, search-and-rescue operations and incident management.

• Geography Students & Researchers – Explore the relationship between sandstone geology, river erosion, major dam infrastructure, water supply and rural settlement.

📍 Official NSW Mapping Source

This map forms part of the NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series, providing authoritative geographical information about natural and built features across New South Wales.

The series includes elevation contours, waterways, roads, tracks, vegetation, buildings, geographical features, place names and coordinate references.

View the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer

For information about Warragamba Dam, Lake Burragorang, water supply operations and visitor access, consult Warragamba Dam – WaterNSW.

For information about protected drinking water catchments and entry restrictions, consult WaterNSW Special and Controlled Areas.

For current conservation-area access and visitor information, consult Burragorang State Conservation Area – NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

The Warragamba region contains steep sandstone gorges, river valleys, protected water catchments and restricted water supply infrastructure. Large areas surrounding Warragamba Dam and Lake Burragorang are subject to strict WaterNSW access controls, including prohibited-entry areas. Heavy rainfall may cause significant changes in river levels, flooding and hazardous access conditions. Dam releases may also influence downstream waterways. Always check current WaterNSW restrictions, road conditions and emergency warnings, respect private property and carry appropriate navigation equipment. Topographic maps do not authorise entry into restricted areas and are not substitutes for cadastral surveys or official flood studies.

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Discover our complete collection of NSW 1:25,000 Topographic Maps, providing detailed topographic coverage across New South Wales and adjoining regions.

For practical advice on interpreting contour lines, understanding grid references and navigating Australian landscapes, explore our guide to How to Read a Topographic Map in Australia.

For additional geographical coverage immediately north of Warragamba, the adjoining Penrith 9030-3N Topographic Map provides a useful companion sheet, extending coverage through the Nepean River corridor and western Sydney.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Warragamba 9030-3S Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for catchment management, environmental research, rural property assessment, surveying, infrastructure planning, emergency services, geographical education and professional fieldwork.