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 Relocating to Durango, Colorado? This area boasts some of the most beautiful land in the nation. Perfect for those who enjoy the rugged outdoors and a spectacular view---along with basic necessities, such as schools, banking, and utility services.
Below is a list of local information that will help get you on your
way and on your feet when you are moving to the wonderful city
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Durango is proud of its diverse culture with a really broad spectrum of lifestyles. People are drawn to Durango from all over the country and the world. Durango, Colorado is tucked away in the southwestern corner of Colorado. It is positioned between the Animas River Valley and the San Juan Mountains. With a population of 15,000, this charming town offers a mixture of frontier spirit, natural beauty and friendly folks. The town of Durango is in La Plata County, which has an overall population of 48,000.
After your move, be sure to check out our Shopping, Things to Do, About Durango, and Food and Entertainment pages for activities for you and your family to enjoy.
Education
Durango School District 9-R
201 E. 12th St.
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-5411
Durango School District 9-R serves the community through 11 schools, including 1 comprehensive high school, 2 middle schools, 7 elementary schools, and the Exel Charter School for 6th through 12th grade students. Enrollment has remained steady for the past few years at 4,900 students.
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Adult Education Center Inc.
301 E. 12th St.
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 385-4354
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Ignacio School District 11
315 Ignacio St.
Ignacio, CO 81137
(970) 563-9434
Ignacio School District 11 consists of 1 high school, 1 junior high, 1 intermediate, and 1 elementary school.
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Pueblo Community College
701 Camino del Rio, Suite 100
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-2929
Pueblo Community College provides educational programs and services to the citizens of La Plata, Archuleta, Montezuma, Dolores, and San Juan Counties. |
Fort Lewis College
1000 Rim Dr.
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-7010
Fort Lewis College is a four-year, fully accredited, liberal arts institution and a member of the Colorado State University System. Fort Lewis has 24 degree programs with an enrollment of approximately 4,500 students.The campus sits on 362 acres overlooking Durango with 1,560 students living on campus in 15 residence halls and apartment complexes. |
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Bayfield School District 10
24 S. Clover
Bayfield, CO 81122
(970) 884-2496
Bayfield School District 10 consists of 1 high school, 1 middle school, and 1 elementary school. Approximately 1,047 students attend. |
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 Utilities
Natural Gas and Propane
Atmos Energy Company
P.O. Box 2528
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-3813 |
Basin Propane
225 1/2 East 8th
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-0055
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Telephone
AllTel Communications
82 Bodo Drive
Durango, CO 81303
(970) 247-3111
Ensignal
2800 Main Ave.
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 385-4499
High Country Wire & Telephone
862 Main Ave. #4
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-8163 |
Cable Television
Bresnan Communications
146 E. 15th St.
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-2681
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Electricity
La Plata Electric Association, Inc.
P.O. Drawer H
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-5786
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Water, Sewer, & Trash
City of Durango
(970) 247-2681 |
City of Bayfield
(970) 884-9544 |
City of Ignacio
(970) 563-9494 |
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 Banks
Alpine Bank
1099 Main Ave.
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 375-7689 |
Community Banks Of Colorado
848 E. 2nd Ave.
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-9768 |
First National Bank of Durango
259 W. 9th St.
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-3037 |
Bank of San Juans
144 E. 8th St.
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-1818 |
Bank of Colorado
1199 Main Ave.
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-5500 |
First Southwest Bank
679 E. 2nd Ave. Suite A
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 375-1100 |
Colorado Capital Bank
1201 Main Ave.
Suite 101
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-5915 |
Pine River Valley Bank
1701 Main Ave.
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 385-9583 |
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 General Information
Communications-Newspaper
Durango Herald
1275 Main Ave.
(970) 247-3504 |
Durango Telegraph
1039 E Third Ave. #25
(970) 259-0448 |
Chamber of Commerce
Durango
Chamber of Commerce
(970) 247-0312
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Pagosa Springs Chamber of Commerce
(970) 264-2360
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Emergency-Police
Durango Sheriff
(970) 247-1157
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Durango State Patrol
(970) 385-1675 |
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Drivers License Office
(970) 247-4591
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Post Office
222 W. 8th St.
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-3434 |
Public Library
1188 E. 2nd Ave.
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 375-3380 |
Medical
Mercy Medical Center
1010 Three Springs Blvd.
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-4311 |
Durango Cancer Center
3801 N. Main Ave.
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 385-4746 |
Southwest Women's Health Associates
1199 Main Ave. Suite 205
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-0042 |
 Climate
Durango enjoys an idea four season climate with moderate temperatures year-round.
Winters are mostly mild and sunny. Winter snowfall is an average of 71" a year, but because of low elevation and great solar exposure (300 days of sunshine per year) snow removal is only an occasional chore of manageable size. At higher elevations, like Durango Mountain Resort, snowfall averages 250"' per year.
Springtime brings warmer weather with rain (annual precipitation of 19" per year) to brighten up greening lawns and high country meadows.
During Summer, temperatures seldom reach more than the high 80's and then just for a week or two. Rivers stay relatively full in the summer, due to deep snow accumulation in the surrounding mountains.
Fall days are cool and dry, perfect for a mountain hike or drive to see the golden aspen and red-orange scrub oak.
Durango, Colorado rests in one of the most beautiful areas in Southwest Colorado. Not only is Durango Weather perfect, but Durango is close to many attractions such as Four Corners National Monument (where Utah, Colorado, New Mexico and Arizona meet), Mesa Verde National Park and more. |
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