Saguache county, CO

Saguache County, Colorado

Saguache County is a county located in the U.S. state of Colorado. As of the 2010 census, the population was 6,108. The county seat is Saguache. Saguache County is situated in the northern gateway to the San Luis Valley, a region in Colorado with a rich history of Native American and Hispanic settlement.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Saguache County covers 3,170 square miles and is bordered by the Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the east and the San Juan Mountains to the west. The county is characterized by vast, flat expanses of farmland, interspersed with high desert and scattered with sand dunes.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 3,170 square miles, of which 3,169 square miles is land and 1.3 square miles is water. The population density was 2 people per square mile.

Healthcare in Saguache County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Saguache County is primarily provided by two facilities: the Saguache County Public Health Department and the Mountain Valley School District RE-1.

Saguache County Public Health Department[edit | edit source]

The Saguache County Public Health Department provides a variety of services to the residents of Saguache County. These services include immunizations, family planning, emergency preparedness, environmental health, and disease prevention and control. The department also offers a variety of health education programs to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent disease.

Mountain Valley School District RE-1[edit | edit source]

The Mountain Valley School District RE-1 operates a school-based health center that provides a range of healthcare services to students and staff. Services include primary care, mental health counseling, dental care, and health education.

Economy[edit | edit source]

The economy of Saguache County is primarily based on agriculture, with potatoes, barley, and alfalfa being the main crops. The county is also home to several large cattle ranches. Tourism also plays a significant role in the local economy, with visitors drawn to the area's natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities.

Education[edit | edit source]

Education in Saguache County is provided by the Mountain Valley School District RE-1, which operates one elementary school, one middle school, and one high school.

Transportation[edit | edit source]

Transportation in Saguache County is primarily by car, with U.S. Highway 285 and State Highway 114 being the main routes through the county. The county is also served by the San Luis Valley Regional Airport.

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External Links[edit | edit source]

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