Elko County Sheriff's Department Wells Substation

Sheriff Elko County Sheriff's Office At 17,203 square miles, Elko County is the 2nd largest county in Nevada and the 4th largest in the United States (not counting the Alaska boroughs) and it is bordered by both Utah and Idaho. The county has an estimated population base of 51,216 which is up from the 48,818 people according to the 2010 census. The county has a large transient population as it is the hub for the gold mines and other natural resources in the area. It also has a large ranching community being home to some of the largest ranches in the state. The County Sheriff’s Office headed by Sheriff Aitor Narvazia, consists of a team of committed and talented staff serving the citizens of Elko County with honor, courage and integrity. The Sheriff’s Office is the largest Law enforcement agency in Elko County providing law enforcement for the City Of Wells and unincorporated community of Spring Creek, Jackpot, Montello, and Ruby Valley. Non-emergency: (775) 738-5398. Dial 911 for emergencies.