2011 Map of Sheridan

About this map

The town of Sheridan serves as the focal point for this Madison County valley, where the town grid meets a complex network of agricultural irrigation and hard-rock mining. The landscape is defined by the Ruby River and a dense system of man-made waterways like the Vigilante Canal, Durham Ditch, and Marshall Ditch Number Three, which support ranching in the Ruby Valley. This survey captures a region where industry and geography are deeply intertwined, evidenced by the numerous mining claims dotting the eastern foothills. From the Brandon settlement area to the outskirts near Sheridan Cemetery, the map reveals a history of resource extraction through named sites such as the Fort Knox Mine, Big Chief Mine, and the Buckeye Mine. Transport is facilitated by local routes like Mill Creek Rd and the Tezaks-Colterville Spur Airport, reflecting the area's role as a regional hub for the surrounding gulches and canyons.