2021 Map of Midas

About this map

Midas occupies a high-desert canyon in Elko County, serving as a focal point for this 2021 topographic record. The settlement is anchored by Main St and Midas Creek, with the Midas Cem located just south of the town center. The surrounding landscape is defined by dramatic elevation changes, notably the Owyhee Bluffs to the west and the heights of Horseshoe Mtn. This modern survey illustrates the enduring footprint of rural Nevada habitation, where water sources like Summit Cr and Spring Cr have historically dictated the placement of roads and homesteads. The transition from the peaks down to the broad expanse of Squaw Valley in the southeast highlights the importance of drainage systems like Clover Cr in this arid environment.