Bedrock, Colorado

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Bedrock is an unincorporated community and U.S. post office in western Montrose County, Colorado, United States. The ZIP code of Bedrock is 81411.[1]

History

The town of Bedrock was established in 1883.[2] The Bedrock post office opened on November 8, 1883.[3] The town's general store and post office were built on solid rock, hence the name.[2] The general store originally served the ranching community of Paradox Valley and later also served uranium miners in the 20th century.[4]

The general store was built in 1882 and featured in the 1991 film Thelma & Louise.

Geography

Bedrock is located in the southwest margin of Paradox Valley. The Dolores River enters the Paradox Valley approximately one quarter of a mile southeast of the community. Naturita lies 20 miles to the east along Colorado State Highway 90.[5]

See also

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References

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External links

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