Severance Colorado Map

About Severance, Colorado

Severance is a locality in Weld County, Colorado, United States. It has a population of 10,130. The population density is 278.6 people per km². Severance is located at 40.5241°N, 104.8511°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Denver) timezone. ZIP code: 80650.

Severance, Colorado, unfolds against the grand backdrop of the Front Range, a wall of blue-hazed giants that mark the edge of the high plains. It lies 4.2 miles northeast of Windsor, CO (from Windsor, CO: bearing 39°T), and is situated 7.1 miles east of Timnath. The air here, thin and clear at this altitude, carries the scent of dry earth and distant pines, a testament to its inland continental character. In September, the landscape ignites with the aspen's golden fire, a fleeting spectacle before the snow dusts the peaks, sometimes lingering even into the midsummer months. The terrain itself, a study in subtle gradients, hints at the ancient forces that shaped this land, a place where the sky feels impossibly vast and the light possesses a peculiar, almost crystalline quality. The history of Severance is etched in the bones of the Old West, a legacy of mining that once pulsed through its veins, though today its economic lifeblood flows from different sources. Agriculture remains a cornerstone, with vast fields stretching towards the horizon, their bounty nurtured by the often-temperamental weather patterns. Beyond the fields, a quiet industriousness pervades, with local businesses catering to the needs of a growing population and supporting the infrastructure that connects Severance to the wider world. The economy, while perhaps not as boisterous as in its frontier days, possesses a steady resilience, a reflection of the enduring spirit of its inhabitants. The cultural character of Severance is one of pragmatic neighborliness, a community that values self-reliance and a shared appreciation for the stark beauty of its surroundings. While grand landmarks are few, the very quality of the light at dusk, when the western sky bleeds into hues of orange and violet, offers a daily spectacle. Local events often revolve around the changing seasons and the agricultural calendar, fostering a sense of shared experience and collective identity. Though no globally recognized figures hail from Severance, the individuals who shape its daily life—the farmers, the shopkeepers, the teachers—contribute to its authentic and grounded spirit.

About This Severance Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Severance, Colorado — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.524148, -104.851082. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Severance and Weld County.

Detailed location data for Severance includes the ZIP code (80550), telephone area code (303, 720), county seat of Weld County (Greeley), and school district assignment (Windsor School District RE-4). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Severance is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.