2015 Map of Metropolis

About this map

Metropolis stands as a focal point in this high-desert Elko County landscape, an area defined by the historic attempted agricultural colony of the early 20th century. The mapping of the Metropolis Cemetery provides a specific point of reference for genealogists and local historians tracking the families of the original townsite. To the south, the rail-oriented settlements of Alazon and Tulasco are positioned along the transportation corridor that follows the valley floor. The hydrology of the region is centered on the Humboldt River, which is fed by a network of drainage systems including Bishop Creek, Willow Creek, and Trout Creek. These waterways converge near Bishop Flats, illustrating the precarious water management required for settlement in this part of Nevada. The public land survey system grid, including townships like t39n r61e and t38n r62e, overlays the terrain, marking the administrative boundaries of the Great Basin.