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Welcome to Hinsdale County Colorado

Hinsdale County, Colorado, is the most remote area in the United States' lower 48 states. With a total area of 1,123 square miles, our county is made up of almost 96.5 percent public land. Hinsdale County is covered by mountains, including five 14,000 and over 20 13,000 ft. peaks, and contains one of the most road-less areas in the country. The Continental Divide crosses the county twice, and Hinsdale County is home to three national forests Rio Grande; Grand Mesa Uncompahgre & Gunnison (GMUG) and San Juan. The County is also host to the Slumgullion Earth Flow that slid and dammed the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River creating Lake San Cristobal.

Hinsdale County Courthouse

Hinsdale County is home to 774 residents with 374 residing within the city limits of the Town of Lake City. With an elevation of 8,671 feet and is the least populated county in the state of Colorado with Lake City as the county seat.
Whether you are a full time resident, a part time resident or a visitor, Hinsdale County has many outdoor adventures to offer. The summer and fall seasons boast hiking, biking, fishing and leaf peeping. The winter months bring skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, ice fishing and ice skating. No matter the season Hinsdale County has many outdoor adventures.

Hinsdale County is governed by a board of three County Commissioners. Board of County Commissioners Meetings are held the first and third Wednesday of each month, in addition to the fifth Wednesday in months with five weeks. Meetings start at 8 a.m.  

 

 

 

HWY 50 CLOSURE NOTICE!
 
CDOT HOTLINE: 970-648-4423 If no answer leave a message and you will receive a call back
CDOT US 50 Bridge email: us50bridge@gmail.com
Recording of April 23 Virtual Town meeting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=djAS5ji8Abo
 
A safety closure continues on Highway 50 between Montrose and Gunnison due to the findings of an ongoing safety inspection that identified cracks in the Middle bridge near the Dillon Pinnacles. The closure is in place between US 50 Mile Point 131 (intersection with Colorado Highway 92) and MP 138. Although there is currently no estimated time for reopening, Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) representatives state all resources are being deployed at the bridge. As more of the inspection work is complete, CDOT will share more details about the condition of the bridges, as well as any restrictions that will need to remain in place while repairs are made.
 
This closure creates a significant detour for commuters between Montrose and Gunnison, including Hinsdale County and the Town of Lake City. The recommended detour route for through traffic is via I-70 to the north or US 160 to the south. CR26 (Lake City cutoff) is currently available as a limited access route to Hwy 50 for local residents only of Hinsdale, Gunnison and Montrose counties. This route should be used for necessary and critical travel only. 
 
AS OF FRIDAY, MAY 5, THERE WILL BE FOUR TIMES DAILY TO TRAVEL ACROSS CR 26
 
The new piloted release times for westbound travel from CO 149 and CR 26 are:
· 6:30 to 7:00 a.m.
· Noon to 12:30 p.m.
· 6:30 to 7:00 p.m.
· 8:30 to 9:00p.m.
The new piloted release times for eastbound travel from US50 and CR 26 are:
· 7:30 to 8:00 a.m.
· 1:00 to 1:30 p.m.
· 7:30 to 8:00 p.m.
· 9:30 to 10:00 p.m.
 
Detour Restrictions
--The detour will not be open to commercial vehicles more than 16,000 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating).
--No trailers of any type or size will be allowed. [Turning trailers around in the queue line will be difficult so do not attempt to bring any vehicles pulling trailers.]
--Prohibited vehicles will need to use Interstate 70 (I-70) or Colorado Highway 160 (US 160) to travel between Gunnison and Montrose.
--No other public travel will be allowed outside of these times. 

--Checking for updates daily is advised in the event detour access is adjusted due to necessary roadwork from changes in road condition.
--Critical local public travel refers to travel reasons related to medical visits, commuting for work , and for residents who live on either side of the road closure.
--To maintain this route and continue road improvements, crews will work on CR 26 road repairs between release times so no other public travel will be allowed before and after those two timeframes.
 
CR25 (BLUE MESA CUTOFF) IS PERMANENTLY CLOSED AT THIS TIME DUE TO NON-AUTHORIZED PLOWING AND DRIVING THAT HAS CAUSED ROAD DAMAGE. THE ROAD WILL NOT BE OPEN UNTIL REPAIRS ARE COMPLETE.
Blue Mesa Reservoir fishing and boat launches are still accessible along a portion of Hwy 50 east of the bridge closure.
 
REMINDER! Lake City DIRT and Chamber of Commerce are hosting a weekly listening session for local businesses Wednesday afternoons at 4:00 pm. This will be a virtual meeting with limited in-person attendance available at the Coursey Annex.

p.m. for eastbound travel beginning at US 50 and CR 26.

More information will be released when it is available. Check Lake City Locals Facebook page for up to date information from Hinsdale County.

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2024 Election Information

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Deer Lakes Campground Closes Temporarily for Reconstruction

Deer Lakes Campground will be closed for reconstruction throughout the summer of 2024. 

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Transient Vendors!

If you are selling food or goods from a truck, trailer or temporary set up in Hinsdale County you will need a transient vendor license. Click the link below to download the application and return to Hinsdale County with a $50 fee.

Transient Vendor License

County Commissioners Meetings

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