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Carlin History:
Incorporated Town: 1925
Incorporated City: 1971
Population 2007: 2,281
Elevation: approx. 4950 feet

Welcome to Carlin, NV

About Carlin

Carlin is a small community located in northest Nevada, 23 miles west of Elko and is situated along Interstate 80. Carlin's city limits encompass 9.0 square miles with a residential population of 2,345. The City's responsibilities and structure are outlined in the City Charter adopted in 1971.

The developed portion of the City of Carlin covers roughly one-half square mile and is located near the center of the nine square miles which make up the jurisdictional area of the city. Approximately 75% of the land within the city limit lies north of the Humboldt River with the remaining 25% south of the River. Important tributaries to the Humboldt River which flow through the city are Maggie Creek and Mary's Creek. The two creeks generally serve as the east and west boundaries of the City.

Carlin is significant as the gateway to the world's largest gold mines. Mining became a major employment base in the early 1960's with the development of the area commonly known as the Carlin Trend. The Carlin Trend boasts two of the largest open pit gold mines in the world, processing approximately 3 million ounces of ore annually. The Newmont Gold Quarry site is visible from the Interstate and the northern slopes of the City.

Carlin has small town atmosphere and quality of life.

We are within minutes of Major Shopping, Fine Dining,
Gaming, Shows and all amenities.

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Carlin Vision Statement:
To provide a community of planned growth, preserving the rural aesthetics while promoting diversification of commercial and industrial opportunities in order to maintain a desirable atmosphere in which to live, work and plan for all generations.

Carlin Mission Statement:
To promote economic diversity, planned growth and quality of life by creating partnerships between local governments and the private sector while providing high quality cost efficient services to meet the needs of the community.