It was named for Nevada state senator William F. Dressler who donated a 40-acre tract to the Washoe tribe.

[2] US Route 395 runs nearby and a historical marker commemorates the area's history.

[3] The community is along the East Fork Carson River.

[4] The Dressleeville Colony is the largest Washoe community in population with 348 members as of 1991.

[6] Most of the tribe's public buildings are here including a community center, gymnasium, and park.