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UPDATE: Please see the media release from the U.S. Army below for additional information regarding the incident.Question...
08/26/2026

UPDATE: Please see the media release from the U.S. Army below for additional information regarding the incident.

Questions regarding this matter should be directed to the U.S. Army Special Operations Command Public Affairs Office. Thank you - GCSO

Incident Follow-UpThe Gilpin County Sheriff’s Office and Office of Emergency Management continue to work with the County...
08/26/2026

Incident Follow-Up

The Gilpin County Sheriff’s Office and Office of Emergency Management continue to work with the County, U.S. Army, and appropriate state and federal resources following yesterday’s incident, which occurred on U.S. Forest Service land.
During the response, a fuel leak was identified and mitigated. Responsibility for the incident site transitioned to the military later that day.

We are aware of community concerns regarding potential environmental impacts and are working with the appropriate resources regarding any assessment or testing that may be necessary. At this time, we have not received information from public health officials advising of risk to our residents. The Sheriff’s Office and OEM will continue to assist the county, state, federal, and military partners with efforts related to site cleanup and the safety of our surrounding community.

We appreciate our community’s patience as this work continues. We will provide additional updates as information becomes available. - GCSO

🚧 CO 46 RESURFACING BEGINS SEPT. 1CDOT and contractor Martin Marietta will begin resurfacing CO 46 on Tuesday, Sept. 1. ...
08/26/2026

🚧 CO 46 RESURFACING BEGINS SEPT. 1

CDOT and contractor Martin Marietta will begin resurfacing CO 46 on Tuesday, Sept. 1. The project runs from the CO 119 junction through Golden Gate Canyon State Park to the Jefferson County line and is expected to be completed by Oct. 31.

During construction, travelers should expect:
• Single-lane closures and traffic holds of up to 10 minutes
• Temporary access disruptions to driveways, businesses and side streets, especially during the first few weeks
• A 10-foot width restriction
• Shorter lane closures during fall foliage season (Sept. 15–Oct. 31)

Access to Blue Grouse Trail and Beaver Trail will be maintained.

Plan ahead and allow extra travel time. See CDOT's project fact sheet for complete details and visit https://link.orlo.us/JHDG6 for real-time traffic information.

Learn more: https://link.orlo.us/rvNFJ

🚧 Please Slow Down on Gap Road Today 🚧Gilpin County Road & Bridge crews are working along Gap Road today. Please slow do...
08/26/2026

🚧 Please Slow Down on Gap Road Today 🚧

Gilpin County Road & Bridge crews are working along Gap Road today. Please slow down, use caution, and watch for crews and equipment in the roadway.

Thank you for helping keep our Road & Bridge crews safe while they work! 💙 - GCSO

MILITARY HELICOPTER INCIDENT - UPDATEUPDATE – MEDIA STAGING AREA CLOSEDThe media staging area established in connection ...
08/25/2026

MILITARY HELICOPTER INCIDENT - UPDATE

UPDATE – MEDIA STAGING AREA CLOSED

The media staging area established in connection with today’s U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter incident has now been closed.

There is no longer a designated media staging area for this incident.

At this time, no further updates regarding this incident will be provided by the Gilpin County Sheriff’s Office.

We appreciate the cooperation and patience of our media partners and community throughout today’s response. Please contact [email protected] with further email inquiries.

The Gilpin County Sheriff’s Office is aware of a military helicopter incident on the East side of Thorodin Mountain involving a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter with four individuals on board.

At this time, no injuries have been reported, and there is no reported fuel leak or fire associated with the incident.

Emergency personnel are on scene, and there is no known threat to the surrounding community.

We will provide additional information as it becomes available and appropriate for release. - GCSO

Our thoughts and prayers are with the two Colorado State Troopers who were shot this morning, along with their families,...
08/25/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with the two Colorado State Troopers who were shot this morning, along with their families, fellow Troopers, and everyone responding to this incident. 💙

The Gilpin County Sheriff’s Office is wishing both Troopers strength, healing, and a full and speedy recovery.

We are incredibly grateful for the courage and dedication of the men and women who put themselves in harm’s way each day to protect our communities.

Please keep these Troopers, their loved ones, and all responding law enforcement personnel in your thoughts and prayers today. 🙏💙

🚨 BE PREPARED. BE READY. 🚨Being prepared for an emergency looks a little different for everyone, and having a plan befor...
08/18/2026

🚨 BE PREPARED. BE READY. 🚨

Being prepared for an emergency looks a little different for everyone, and having a plan before something happens can make all the difference.
The Gilpin County Sheriff’s Office is happy to help share an upcoming FREE Disaster Preparedness Training hosted by the Center for People With Disabilities (CPWD), Gilpin Office of Emergency Management, and Xcel Energy.
This training is designed for people with disabilities, older adults, caregivers, family members, friends, neighbors, and anyone who wants to be better prepared when disaster strikes.

📅 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Gilpin Community Center – Multi-Purpose Room
250 Norton Drive, Black Hawk

🎒 Even better - participants will receive a preparedness supply kit that includes a backup battery charger, headlamp, water filter, and additional go-bag items!
Preparedness is something we can all do together. Take a little time now to make sure you, and the people you care about, are ready when it matters most. - GCSO🚔💙
👉 Registration information is available on the attached flyer.

08/14/2026

A Flood Watch is in effect for portions of the northeast and east central Colorado plains, Palmer Divide, and southern Front Range foothills from 2 pm to 10 pm today. Scattered to numerous thunderstorms are expected to develop over the area this afternoon and evening. Heavy rainfall rates of 1–2" in 30 minutes, on top of yesterday's rainfall, may lead to localized flash flooding.

Remember to never drive on flooded roads. Turn Around Don't Drown!

🚌 Yesterday It Was Us…Today It’s Them 🎒Do you remember walking to school with your friends, waiting at the bus stop, or ...
08/13/2026

🚌 Yesterday It Was Us…Today It’s Them 🎒

Do you remember walking to school with your friends, waiting at the bus stop, or heading out the door in that brand-new first-day-of-school outfit?
Those school-day memories seem to pass by far too quickly. As a new school year begins, our Gilpin County kids are making those same memories.
They’re walking along our roads, waiting for buses, crossing streets, and heading back to class.
The difference is, now, we’re the ones behind the wheel.

Please slow down, put the distractions away, watch for children crossing, and STOP for school buses with flashing red lights. 🛑🚌
A few extra seconds of patience can help make sure every child gets to school safely, and gets the chance to grow up and someday say, “I was one of those kids once too”

💙 A friendly back-to-school reminder from the Gilpin County Sheriff’s Office. 🚓

Wildfire UPDATE🔥 WILDFIRE Update – Fountain Gulch Fire - 100% Contained📍 Location: Central City Parkway West of Mile Mar...
08/12/2026

Wildfire UPDATE
🔥 WILDFIRE Update – Fountain Gulch Fire - 100% Contained

📍 Location: Central City Parkway West of Mile Marker 3.5
⏰ Reported: Approx 2:30 PM - Contained @ 5:03 PM
🚒 Agencies Responding: Timberline Fire, Central City Fire, Golden Gate Fire, Clear Creek Fire, and the Gilpin County Sheriff’s Office
• SIZE WAS APPROXIMATELY ¼ ACRE
• NO STRUCTURES WERE THREATENED
• CAUSE IS LIGHTNING
Emergency personnel is clearing the area.
There will be no further updates.

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2960 Dory Hill Rd
Black Hawk, CO
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