Adams County Map, Colorado
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Adams County, Colorado
Adams County is right next to Denver, on the northeast side. It’s a mix of city and country life. People started moving here back in the 1800s, looking for gold and new opportunities. These days, over 528,000 folks call it home.
If you like the outdoors, there’s fishing and hiking along the South Platte River to the north. You’ll find all sorts of cultures here, which show up at local events. Farming is still important in Adams County.
It might look like Denver airport takes up a chunk of land here but technically it belongs to Denver County. Even though it’s growing fast, people here look out for each other. The county fair is always a hit.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Adams County |
| County Seat | Brighton |
| Population | Approximately 528,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Brighton, Commerce City, Thornton, Federal Heights, Northglenn, Westminster |
| Interstates and Highways | I-25, I-70, I-76, US 85, US 287 |
| FIPS Code | 08-001 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,184 square miles (Land: 1,184 sq mi, Water: 0 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Weld County (North), Morgan County (Northeast), Washington County (East), Arapahoe County (South), Denver County (Southeast), Jefferson County (West), Broomfield County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Standard Time (MST) |
| State | Colorado |
| Coordinates | 39.8610° N, 104.4398° W |
| Etymology | Named after Alva Adams, a former Colorado governor and U.S. Congressman |
| Major Landmarks | Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge, Barr Lake State Park, Northglenn Marketplace |
| Website | Adams County Government Website |
Adams County Topographic Map
Adams County is mostly flat with rolling prairie and the South Platte River valley cutting through its western portion. Elevation gradually decreases as you move eastward across the county. Our zoom tool reveals the subtle river valleys throughout the landscape.
Adams County Satellite Map
Our satellite map shows agricultural fields creating a patchwork of rectangles east of the urban areas. The South Platte River’s path is marked by a winding line of trees and vegetation.
Adams County Blank Map
Adams County’s outline map has an irregular shape that starts at Denver and reaches east into the plains. It’s directly north of Denver with the airport cut out in the southwest.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 7 neighboring counties of Adams County:
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