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Commerce City, Colorado

Located in Adams County, Colorado, Commerce City was established in 1952. Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge is within city limits. Home to Dick's Sporting Goods Park — Colorado Rapids MLS stadium.
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Founded 1952 | Population 66,000 | Peak 66,000 (2024) | County Adams County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Commerce City, Colorado

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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Commerce City's character and economy.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Commerce City's identity and economy.
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1950 Economic Development: Commerce City grew through manufacturing and industry.
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1952 Founded: Commerce City was founded as a maritime community in Adams County.
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2007 Dick's Sporting Goods Park: MLS stadium opens.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1890 Culture
Higher Education
1942 Government
Military Presence
1950 Industry
Economic Development
1952 Culture
Founded
2007 Sports
Dick's Sporting Goods Park

Did You Know?

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Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge is within city limits.
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Home to Dick's Sporting Goods Park — Colorado Rapids MLS stadium.
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Transformed from industrial area to growing suburban community.
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Commerce City is located in Adams County, Colorado.
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Commerce City was founded in 1952.

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Ronnie Bradford
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