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Grand Junction, Colorado

Located in Mesa County, Colorado, Grand Junction was established in 1881. Named for the junction of the Gunnison and Colorado rivers. Largest city on Colorado's Western Slope.
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Founded 1881 | Population 68,000 | Peak 68,000 (2024) | County Mesa County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Grand Junction, Colorado

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1881 Founded: Junction of Gunnison and Colorado rivers.
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1917 Uranium Mining: Colorado Plateau uranium.
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1960 Parks & Recreation: Grand Junction developed parks and recreational facilities that became central to community life.
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2000 Wine Country: Grand Valley wine region grows.
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Complete Historical Timeline

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1917 Industry
Uranium Mining
1960 Culture
Parks & Recreation
2000 Business
Wine Country

Did You Know?

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Named for the junction of the Gunnison and Colorado rivers.
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Largest city on Colorado's Western Slope.
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Growing wine region in the Grand Valley.
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Grand Junction is located in Mesa County, Colorado.
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Grand Junction was founded in 1881.

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