Due to the extremely hot and dry weather, unincorporated Delta County has been placed under Stage 1 Fire Restrictions beginning Wednesday, June 15, until further notice. Read on...
The Highway 92 bridge crosses over the Gunnison River between the turnoff to Highway 65 and Austin and will involve single lane, alternating traffic. Read on...
Created by the Colorado legislature in 1883, Delta County's history is one of agriculture, mining, and land and water development. Over 100 years ago, the area was the homeland of the Ute Indians, and it includes a portion of the Old Spanish Trail.
Delta County is nestled between the Grand Mesa, the West Elk Mountains, and the Uncompahgre Plateau in western Colorado. The County boasts superb scenery, unending opportunities for outdoor activities, and award winning orchards and wineries.
With close 32,000 residents, as well as thousands of visitors who travel from around the world to experience the beauty and culture of this beautiful area, Delta County still offers a sense of a friendly, rural community.
