Leadville, Colorado

Leadville is the county seat of Lake County, Colorado. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 2,821. The city is historically a silver mining town on the Arkansas River, lying southwest of Denver, Colorado.

Geography

Situated at an elevation of 10,152 feet (3,094 m) above sea level, Leadville is the highest incorporated city in the United States.

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Leadville is located at 39°14'50" North, 106°17'33" West (39.247200, -106.292414){{GR|1}}.

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.7 km² (1.1 mi²). 2.7 km² (1.1 mi²) of it is land and none of the area is covered with water.

Related Topics:
United States Census Bureau - Km² - Mi²

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