Lockwood

Nearby Communities

• Sparks
• Virginia City
• Gold Hill
• Silver City
• Reno

Lockwood is an unincorporated residential community located in the northern end of Storey County, Nevada, situated in the **Truckee River Canyon** between Sparks and Virginia City. As of the 2020 estimate, the population was approximately 1,500 residents.

Lockwood has grown in recent decades as a commuter town for the Reno-Sparks metropolitan area. It offers a quiet, rural setting with easy access to urban amenities via Interstate 80, and is home to families, retirees, and working professionals alike.

Quick Facts

• **Status:** Unincorporated
• **County:** Storey County
• **Population:** ~1,500 (est.)
• **ZIP Code:** 89434 (shared with Sparks)
• **Elevation:** ~4,300 ft
• **Access:** Interstate 80, Exit 22 (Lockwood)

Local Economy

Lockwood’s economy is largely residential and commuter-based, including:

• **Workforce commuting** to Reno, Sparks, and Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center
• **Small businesses, contractors, and service providers**
• **Retail, gas stations, and convenience outlets**

Community Features

• Lockwood Park and walking paths
• Community center, post office, and volunteer fire station
• Scenic canyon location along the Truckee River
• Rural neighborhoods with manufactured and custom homes

Education

Lockwood is served by the Storey County School District:

• Hillside Elementary School (located in Lockwood)
• Older students attend schools in Virginia City

Governance and Services

Lockwood is managed by the Storey County Commission with localized services including:

• Fire protection from Lockwood Volunteer Fire Department
• County-managed water and sewer
• Road maintenance and law enforcement via Storey County agencies