District of Columbia topographic maps

Washington sits along the Potomac River in a region characterized by relatively low and gradual terrain. The city's central area is largely flat, with elevation rising slightly to the north and south. The highest natural point is located at Fort Reno Park in the northwest, reaching 409 feet (125 meters) above…

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The highest natural elevation at Fort Reno, 409 feet (125 m), is lower than the top of the Washington Monument, which rises 555 feet (169 m) from nearly sea level.

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