Erie, Residential town in Boulder and Weld Counties, Colorado, United States.
The municipality extends across two counties at an elevation of 1564 meters, encompassing 48 square miles between State Highway 52 and State Highway 7.
The settlement began in 1867 as a coal mining center, which experienced rapid growth after the Denver-Pacific Spur Railroad established service in 1870.
The Board of Trustees organizes community gatherings throughout the year, including summer concerts and seasonal celebrations that bring residents together.
Erie Municipal Airport provides aviation services west of Interstate 25, while the town maintains direct access to Denver International Airport within 35 minutes.
The population distribution between counties shows 58 percent of residents in Weld County and 42 percent in Boulder County according to 2020 census data.
Location: Boulder County
Location: Weld County
Elevation above the sea: 1,564 m
Website: http://erieco.gov
GPS coordinates: 40.05030,-105.05000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:52
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