Carr
Ghost town in Weld County, Colorado · Eastern Plains district
History
Established by the Union Pacific Railroad in 1872, named for Robert E. Carr who managed construction of the rail line through town. Post office opened March 26, 1872. Carried Old Colorado State Highway 5 from 1920-1939. The US Post Office closed around 2021 when its leased building became uninhabitable. Storefronts are gone but the community shows signs of modest revitalization with new residents.
Visiting Carr
What remains: Near-ghost town. A few old houses, a church, and schoolhouse remain. Some consider it a ghost town though new residents are arriving.
Access: I-25 frontage road north of Fort Collins near the Wyoming border. Easy access.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Carr?
Carr is located in Weld County, Colorado, in the Eastern Plains area at an elevation of 5,200 ft, coordinates 40.8961, -104.8750.
Can you visit Carr today?
I-25 frontage road north of Fort Collins near the Wyoming border. Easy access.
What remains at Carr?
Near-ghost town. A few old houses, a church, and schoolhouse remain. Some consider it a ghost town though new residents are arriving.