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Miscellaneous & Directional Questions
What is the Population of Silverthorne?
As of January 2003, the Planning Department estimates Silverthorne’s resident population at 3,520. For further demographic information, you may visit the Northwest Colorado Council of Governments website: www.nwc.cog.co.usHow old is the Town of Silverthorne?
Incorporated on September 5, 1967, Silverthorne turned 40 in 2007.How did Silverthorne get its name?
From Judge Marshal Silverthorn. In 1881 Judge Silverthorn staked his gold mining claim, the Silverthorn Placer, along the Blue River where Silverthorne is now located. The “e” was added to the name in the 1930’s because it was considered fashionable and chic.Who built Town Hall? When was it built?
Town Hall was built in 1987; the architects were Dokken / Crowe. The police wing was expanded in 1992.Where is the Silverthorne Post Office?
At the corner of Fourth Street and Brian Avenue.What is the phone number for the Silverthorne Library and what are its hours?
The phone number is 468-5887. Regular hours of operation are:
Monday thru Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed SundayThe library is located at 651 Center Circle, next to Town Hall
Where is the U.S. Forest Service Building?
On Hwy 9 (Blue River Parkway), immediately north of Sixth Street (across the river from Town Hall).Crossing Blue River Pkwy at the Outlet stores is dangerous. Is there a safer way?
Please use the pedestrian tunnel that is accessible near 7-Eleven.What are the hotels in Town?
Alpen Hutte Lodge
468-6336 www.alpenhutte.com Days Inn
468-8661 or
800-DAYS INNwww.daysinn.com First Interstate Inn
468-5170 or
800-462-4667no website Green Mountain Inn
724-3812 no website Gore Range B&B
468-5786 no website Luxury Inn Suites
468-0800 or
800-742-1972no website Mountain Vista B&B
468-7700 www.colorado-mtnvista.com La Quinta Inn & Suites
866-725-1661 www.lq.com Silver Inn
513-0104 no website Quality Inn & Suites
513-1222 or
800-228-5151www.qualityinn.com
Where are the Summit County Offices? They’re located in Breckenridge and Frisco. Offices for the Assessor, Clerk & Recorder, Treasurer, Finance and Commissioners are located at 208 East Lincoln Avenue (one block east of Main St.) in Breckenridge. Offices for most other services (Community Development, Building, Motor Vehicle, Driver’s License and Human Services) are in the County Commons building in Frisco, just off Hwy 9.
Where’s Cookie Jar Condo or Fish Creek Road?
Community Development has an updated Summit County Address Book to look up any condominium, road or subdivision. Please call or stop by.
Where Can I Find More Information About The Mountain Community Fair?
During the summer, you may call (970) 513-8081 or visit www.mountaincommunityfair.com.
Does Silverthorne Have a Website?
Yes ... Here is a list of the local government sites:
www.cotrip.org (CDOT)
Who Do I Call if I Need the Following Services?
Water & Sewer:
Town of Silverthorne Revenue Administration (970) 262-7302Electricity / Gas:
Public Service (800) 772-7858Trash Removal:
Waste Management (970) 468-2475Telephone:
Qwest (800) 244-1111Cable TV:
AT&T Broadband (888) 824-4010