Silverton, Mountain town and county seat in San Juan County, Colorado, US.
The town stands at 2835 meters elevation, encircled by 13000-foot peaks of the San Juan Mountains in western Colorado.
Founded in 1874 during the silver mining era, Silverton expanded rapidly until the market collapse in 1893 altered its economic trajectory.
The entire settlement holds National Historic Landmark District status, preserving numerous 19th-century structures from its mining period origins.
The Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad connects visitors to the town, while regular municipal meetings occur twice monthly at Town Hall.
The last mine closed in 1992, transforming this former mining center into a destination for extreme skiing and winter sports.
Location: San Juan County
Inception: 1874
Elevation above the sea: 2,835 m
Website: http://silverton.co.us
GPS coordinates: 37.81250,-107.66306
Latest update: December 5, 2025 06:32
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